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Head of Quality
Job Posted: an hour ago
Salary: £ 65,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Eastbourne, East Sussex, South East
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Lead the Future of Quality – Head of Quality
Are you a quality leader ready to make a tangible impact in a precision-driven, high-tech environment? We’re seeking a Head of Quality to shape and drive Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental standards, ensuring operational excellence and compliance across all functions. This is your opportunity to lead a team, influence strategy, and champion continuous improvement in a cutting-edge manufacturing setting.
Why This Role?
This is a senior, high-impact role where you’ll influence strategy, lead critical initiatives, and ensure the highest standards across operations. You’ll work in a precision-driven environment, collaborating with teams globally and shaping the future of quality in manufacturing.
Perks & Benefits:
Discretionary bonus scheme – reward for your performance and impact.
Private Pension – secure your future while you lead.
Private medical – stay healthy and supported.
25 days annual leave – take the time you need to recharge.
Work-life balance with a flexible working hour policy
What You’ll Do:
Lead and enhance QHSE systems in line with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, driving operational excellence.
Oversee quality assurance and control, ensuring processes are efficient, compliant, and fully resourced.
Conduct risk assessments, safety training, and incident investigations to create a safe and reliable environment.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma, FMEA, SPC, and 8D methodologies.
Manage documentation, KPIs, and reporting to drive measurable improvements across production and operations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and engage with stakeholders globally to uphold the highest standards.
What We’re Looking For:
Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Quality Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years’ QHSE experience in electronics manufacturing or mechanical assembly.
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and automotive quality standards (IATF16949 & Core Tools).
Experience with audits, PPAP, APQP, control plans, and root cause analysis.
Excellent leadership, communication, and coaching skills with a collaborative mindset.
Analytical, detail-oriented, and driven to maintain compliance in a regulated environment.
Bonus Skills:
Familiarity with product realisation, design, and manufacturing processes.
Knowledge of Electronic standards such as IPC standards
Second language skills are a plus.
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