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Quality & Compliance Manager – Precision Engineering
Location: Bolton
Hours: Mon–Thu, 7.30am–4pm | Fri, 7.30am–1pm
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £40,000–£50,000 (DOE)
Join a Market Leader in Precision Engineering
We’re recruiting a Quality & Compliance Manager on behalf of a growing precision engineering company in Bolton. This is a pivotal role for an experienced professional to take the lead in maintaining and improving Quality Assurance and Health & Safety standards, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and driving a culture of continuous improvement.
Key Quality Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the Quality team to ensure product and process compliance.
* Maintain and develop the company’s ISO 9001 Quality and BMS
* Plan, conduct, and document internal audits in accordance with ISO 9001.
* Support external and supplier audits, ensure audit readiness and effective closeout of findings.
* Monitor and drive improvements in quality KPIs including customer complaints, internal non-conformances, and supplier non-conformances.
* Review and approve inspection and test plans, work instructions, and quality documentation.
* Work with cross-functional teams to implement root cause analysis and corrective actions (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys).
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence and product quality.
Key H&S Responsibilities:
* Maintain and develop the company’s ISO 9001 Health & Safety & BMS.
* Conduct regular risk assessments and safety audits across manufacturing and office environments.
* Promote a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with legal and company standards.
* Support incident investigations and contribute to corrective/preventive action plans.
* Deliver or coordinate basic H&S training as required.
Requirements:
* Proven experience in a Quality Management role within a manufacturing environment (ideally engineering/manufacturing based).
* In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001, with experience in internal auditing.
* Strong understanding of ISO and practical experience conducting risk assessments.
* NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent H&S qualification.
* Experience leading or supporting external supplier or third-party audits.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
* Proficient in using quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, 8D, SPC).
* Strong documentation and process development skills.
* Desire to apply technical advancements and solutions
* Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles (e.g., Kaizen, Six Sigma).
* Experience with engineering in a manufacturing environment.
What’s in It for You?
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Competitive salary of £40,000 – £50,000
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Early finish every Friday at 1pm!
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Company pension
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Free on-site parking
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Join a respected engineering team with long-term growth prospects
Ready to take the lead on quality and compliance in a high-precision environment? Apply now and make your mark on a business that values integrity, innovation, and improvement.
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