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Head of Quality
Job Posted: 22 hours ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: CH42, Rock Ferry, Metropolitan Borough of Wirral
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Head of Quality | Wirral | Up to £60,000 DOE
Hours: Monday–Thursday 8am–5pm, Friday 8am–12:30pm
Our client is looking for a proactive and experienced Head of Quality to take ownership of their Quality Assurance and Control function.
This is a leadership role where you’ll set the standard for quality across manufacturing operations — ensuring compliance, consistency, and continuous improvement. With a strong focus on quality assurance (QA) and the day-to-day leadership of the quality control (QC) team, you’ll be central to driving product excellence and operational efficiency.
(Please note: this role does not include responsibility for the Quality Management Systems (QMS)).
What’s on Offer?
* Competitive salary (£50k-£60k DOE) + bonus structure
* 25 days holiday + 1 gifted day, plus option to buy 3 more
* Christmas factory close-down
* Pension plan
* Simply Health and Unum Help at Hand
* Free parking
* Cycle to work scheme
* Ongoing professional development & training
Key Responsibilities of the Head of Quality:
Quality Assurance (QA):
* Monitor and verify manufacturing processes against established quality standards.
* Conduct audits, identify gaps, and lead corrective/preventative actions (CAPAs).
* Partner with production, engineering, and supply chain to resolve quality issues.
* Develop QA documentation, inspection protocols, and reports.
* Deliver training to staff on quality standards and best practices.
* Track key metrics and provide actionable recommendations.
* Support supplier quality assessments and raw material inspections.
* Foster a culture of continuous improvement to reduce waste and enhance efficiency.
Quality Control (QC):
* Lead, coach, and develop the QA/QC team to deliver high performance.
* Drive the transition of in-line process control into production teams.
* Schedule and coordinate QC activities to meet production demands.
* Oversee use and calibration of testing equipment.
* Review and approve inspection results, non-conformance reports, and product releases.
* Develop and embed SOPs and Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs).
* Collaborate with Production, R&D, and Compliance teams to align quality initiatives.
* Stay up to date with industry regulations and ensure compliance.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven leadership experience in QA/QC, ideally within a production/manufacturing environment.
* Strong knowledge of inspection techniques, root cause analysis, and CAPA processes.
* Familiarity with regulatory standards (ISO, GMP).
* Excellent people management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop teams.
* Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
* Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Make your mark as the new Head of Quality and play a key role in shaping the future of operations.
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