Quality Manager – Welding & ISO Expertise
Location: Pontefract
Are you an experienced Quality Manager with a background in welding, ISO standards / systems, and quality process improvement? If so, this is your chance to make a real impact in a fabrication and welding-focused company currently growing.
We’re seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead a team that includes welding inspectors and quality engineers. As a Quality Manager, you’ll oversee quality processes, manage ISO standards (9001), and drive the development of ISO 14001 accreditation. With a hands-on approach, you’ll collaborate closely with shop-floor teams and other departments to drive a best-practice Quality culture and ensure continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
* Leadership & Team Management:
* Lead and mentor Quality Engineers and Welding Inspectors
* Foster a collaborative approach to addressing quality issues using the main Quality toolkit (RCA, 8D, 5Ys, ITPs, create SOPs)
* Conduct regular team reviews and provide clear feedback.
* Quality Assurance:
* Maintain and develop ISO 9001 and 14001 standards.
* Lead customer action plans, audits, and systematic problem-solving initiatives.
* Implement robust supplier quality assurance systems.
* Process Improvement:
* Utilise problem-solving tools to prevent reoccurring issues.
* Develop and report KPIs to monitor trends and drive improvements.
* Champion continuous improvement activities for Welding and other manufacturing processes
* Support the company’s growth through having an input in strategy
Ideal Candidate:
* Welding expertise
* Proven success managing ISO certifications and systems
* Strong leadership skills with a track record of building effective teams.
* Hands-on, proactive approach to Quality Management
* Nice to have – background as a Welding Inspector
This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of a growing organisation. Apply now