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QHSE Manager
Job Posted: 11 hours ago
Salary: £ 70,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Lewes, East Sussex
Expire in: a month
Job Description
QHSE Manager (Quality, Health, Safety & Environment)
Location: Lewes, East Sussex
Reports to: Operations Director
Package: £70 - £75K plus Comprehensive Benefits Package & Bonus
Our client, a globally recognised leader in electronic manufacturing within its specialist sector, is seeking an experienced QHSE Manager to join their team at their head office in Lewes, East Sussex.
This highly respected company carries out all design, development, and much of its production in-house—ensuring full control over quality, innovation, and performance across every stage of its process.
Our client is an exceptional organisation that truly values its people. They are known for fostering a positive, supportive, and inclusive working environment, where employees feel genuinely happy, engaged, and valued.
* Strong Team Culture: A collaborative and friendly team that enjoys what they do.
* Career Development: A company that invests in its people—offering training, development opportunities, and a strong track record of internal promotion.
* Rewarding Success: Employees benefit from a generous profit-share bonus scheme, which has consistently delivered significant rewards thanks to the company's strong and stable performance.
Role Overview
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and enhancing the company’s Quality (QA & QC), Health, Safety, and Environmental systems, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards, including IPC standards for electronics assembly. This role is pivotal in maintaining exceptional product quality, operational safety, and environmental responsibility in a precision manufacturing environment producing both electronic components and mechanical assemblies.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Management
* Develop, implement, and maintain a certified Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with ISO 9001.
* Ensure compliance with all applicable industry standards.
* Lead quality planning, process validation, and PPAP submissions for automotive customers.
* Manage QA and QC functions, ensuring resources are sufficient to meet operational demands.
* Maintain effective communication with OEM customers and subsidiaries worldwide.
Health & Safety
* Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations, including ESD safety, hazardous materials handling, and machine safety.
* Conduct risk assessments and provide targeted safety training for electronics and mechanical assembly teams.
* Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses, implementing corrective actions as required.
Environmental Management
* Maintain compliance with ISO 14001 and manage initiatives for chemical storage, e-waste disposal, and resource efficiency.
* Ensure adherence to RoHS, REACH, and other environmental directives.
Systems & Continuous Improvement
* Lead QHSE continuous improvement programmes using tools such as FMEA, SPC, 8D, and Lean Six Sigma.
* Manage document control to ensure all QHSE policies, SOPs, and work instructions are up to date.
* Track, analyse, and report on QHSE KPIs, including defect rates, customer returns, audit findings, and safety incidents.
Candidate Profile
* Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Quality Management, Industrial Technology, or a related discipline.
* Minimum of 5 years’ QHSE experience within electronics manufacturing or mechanical assembly.
* Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
* Good working knowledge of IATF 16949 Automotive Quality Standard & Core Tools.
* Skilled in auditing, root cause analysis, PPAP, APQP, and control plans.
* Proficient in MS Office and QHSE software (e.g., NCR tracking, audit scheduling, risk assessments).
Desirable Skills
* Knowledge of product realisation processes, design, and manufacturing.
* Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards.
* Ability to communicate in a second language (French, Spanish, or German) is advantageous.
Key Competencies
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail.
* Effective communicator with leadership and coaching skills.
* Collaborative, able to work across engineering, production, and customer-facing teams.
* Proven record of maintaining compliance within regulated manufacturing environments.
If you’re looking for a role with real impact, within a forward-thinking company that rewards hard work and supports career growth, this could be the ideal opportunity. Please waste no time in applying!
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