Job Title: Quality Manager – Welding & ISO Expertise Location: Wakefield Are you a skilled Quality Manager with expertise in welding, ISO standards, and driving quality process improvements?
If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to make a significant impact within a growing fabrication and welding company.
We are looking for an experienced Quality Manager to lead a dedicated team, including welding inspectors and quality engineers.
In this role, you will oversee and enhance quality processes, manage ISO 9001 standards, and play a pivotal role in achieving ISO 14001 accreditation.
With a hands-on approach, you'll collaborate closely with shop-floor teams and various departments to foster a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring both high-quality standards and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop Quality Engineers and Welding Inspectors.
Foster a collaborative environment to address quality issues using tools like RCA, 8D, 5Ys, ITPs, and SOP creation.
Conduct regular team reviews, offering constructive feedback to drive performance.
Quality Assurance: Maintain and evolve ISO 9001 and 14001 standards.
Lead customer action plans, audits, and systematic problem-solving initiatives.
Develop and manage supplier quality assurance systems.
Process Improvement: Utilize problem-solving tools to prevent recurring issues and improve processes.
Develop and report on KPIs to track trends and drive improvements.
Champion continuous improvement efforts across welding and manufacturing processes.
Contribute to the company's growth by offering strategic input.
Ideal Candidate: Proven expertise in welding.
Strong background in managing ISO certifications and systems: 1090, ISO9001 & ISO14001 Effective leadership skills with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
A hands-on, proactive approach to quality management.