Quality Manager

The Quality Manager will oversee and drive quality assurance processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations within the engineering and manufacturing department. This role is based in Wigan and requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in industrial and manufacturing quality management. Client Details Based in Standish, Wigan, this UK‑based company are a specialist Manufacturing and Production business, offering services to clients seeking practical, dependable solutions. Established with a focus on quality and integrity, the business has grown through a commitment to doing things properly-combining experience, technical knowledge and a straightforward approach. The team works closely with customers to understand their challenges and deliver outcomes that are efficient, considered and fit for purpose. Rather than a one‑size‑fits‑all model, each project is approached with care, flexibility and attention to detail. Rooted in the local community yet supporting a wider client base, the company prides itself on reliability, long‑term relationships and continuous improvement, helping clients move forward with confidence. Description As the Quality Manager you will be tasked with the following; The main purpose of the Quality Manager is to ensure the company remains compliant to the requirements of the current quality standard and that all documentation to support the system is accurate and readily available. That all Occurrences raised through the QMS are suitably and efficiently addressed whilst supporting the Company efforts of continual improvement. To accurately complete all necessary documentation in a timely manner. Work to assigned procedures as defined in the Quality Management System and Management Review decisions. The effective maintenance and monitoring of the Quality Management System. The resolution of appropriate non-conformities within the Quality Management System. Ensure that timely and effective action is taken by the appropriate personnel to obtain and maintain compliance with the quality system. Regular management reviews of the Quality Management System. Support combined Internal audit Schedule. Organising, preparing data, etc. for regular non-conformance reviews - customer complaints & process non- conformance and monitoring of QMS objectives. Effective corrective/preventive actions for non-conformances, validated appropriately. Resolve any appropriate quality problems as they arise from customer or supplier complaints, production and QC testing. Ensure that the Company Quality Manual, system registration and revision procedures are maintained and liaise with certification representative as and when required. Set annual quality objectives for quality and monitor progress to achieve, providing regular updates to management. To accurately complete all necessary documentation in a timely manner. Work to assigned procedures as defined in the Quality Management System and Management Review decisions. The effective maintenance and monitoring of the Quality Management System. The resolution of appropriate non-conformities within the Quality Management System. Ensure that timely and effective action is taken by the appropriate personnel to obtain and maintain compliance with the quality system. Regular management reviews of the Quality Management System. Support combined Internal audit Schedule. Organising, preparing data, etc. for regular non-conformance reviews - customer complaints & process non- conformance and monitoring of QMS objectives. Effective corrective/preventive actions for non-conformances, validated appropriately. Resolve any appropriate quality problems as they arise from customer or supplier complaints, production and QC testing. Ensure that the Company Quality Manual, system registration and revision procedures are maintained and liaise with certification representative as and when required. Set annual quality objectives for quality and monitor progress to achieve, providing regular updates to management. Profile As the Quality Manager you will have; Minimum of 5 years' experience within the Quality Assurance or similar industry Excellent understanding of QMS and ISO 9001:2015 Experience of KPIs & Setting objectives Lead Auditor Qualification Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience. Company pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution. Eligibility for BUPA healthcare cover after a 6-month probationary period. Generous holiday allowance of 25 days per year.This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Quality Manager to make a significant impact within the engineering and manufacturing department of a small-sized company in Wigan. Apply now to take the next step in your career