Quality Manager
Up to £47,000
Yolk Recruitment is supporting a well-established precision manufacturing business in Bridgwater that supplies high-specification components to a global customer base. We are looking for a dedicated Quality professional to take ownership of the site’s quality operations. This role is ideal for an experienced Quality Engineer ready to step up into management, or an existing Quality Manager looking for a hands-on, technically driven environment.
This is a site-based role, reporting directly to the Head of Operations and collaborating across Production, Sales, HR, and Finance. You’ll manage a small team and engage with key customers and auditors, helping to drive continuous improvement across the business.
Key responsibilities:
Lead and manage all quality activities across the site.
Step into management from a senior engineering role if applicable, taking ownership of the quality function.
Maintain, develop, and improve quality standards and processes.
Ensure the site retains and enhances certifications and regulatory accreditations.
Act as the main point of contact for customers and auditors on quality matters.
Train, mentor, and support internal teams to uphold high standards.
Analyse performance data and apply quality tools such as PFMEA, PPAP, 8D.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and team collaboration.
This is what you’ll need:
Proven experience in a quality role within a fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding and application of quality tools and methodologies.
Hands-on, practical approach with ambition to take on leadership responsibility.
What you’ll get:
Competitive salary up to £47,000.
Private medical insurance.
Travel insurance.
Life insurance and more.
If you feel you have the skills, experience and passion to be successful in this role apply now.
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