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Matchtech
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Southampton, Hampshire
Quality and Systems Manager
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Job Type: Full-time |
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Overview
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic Quality & Systems Manager to support the QHSE Director in the definition and implementation of the quality strategy within the organisation. Effective management of operational quality practices in accordance with industry standards, as well as solid experience with Integrated Management Systems (ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001) is required to succeed in this role. The job entails a high level of strategic thinking to identify opportunities leading to gaining operational and systemic efficiencies. In addition, the role requires a technical mindset to successfully oversee the company compliance with all the Product Certification schemes. The right candidate is proactive, possesses a high level of stamina and a can-do attitude to drive changes. A project management approach to the job, advanced proficiency in MS Office suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint minimum) together with a business mindset are key elements to perform well in the role. Specific areas of responsibilities include: Operational and customer support: Assisting with the review of updates in the requirements of Product Certification Schemes as issued by the relevant bodies, assessing their impact to the company compliance. Coordinating the execution of improvement projects in the factories, with the support of the site Quality and Operations teams. Helping facilitate continuous improvement and learning across all functional areas through development, training and communication of quality initiatives. Assisting the Quality and Operations teams with the resolution of major product non-conformities identified internally or through customer claims. Providing the Commercial team with information for customer tenders as needed. Compliance: Overseeing the Company Integrated Management System (IMS) and monitoring its efficacy via execution of internal IMS audits (on our four sites) to relevant requirements. Facilitating and supporting third party audits to the IMS and those related to the Product Certification Schemes where the company participates. Providing an interface with external parties and with the Corporate HQ team regarding the company Quality performance. Assisting in the assessment and performance monitoring of new and current suppliers, auditing their management systems and confirming quality approvals (including supplier ratings where applicable). Quality Performance Reporting and Monitoring: Running monthly Quality KPI reports to be presented to the Management team, highlighting any trends. Conducting annual reviews of the effectiveness of the IMS as well as the Company Quality performance, advising Senior Management on trends. Qualifications & Skills Educated up to degree level or similar in Engineering. Lead Auditor Trained (ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001) Membership with a relevant institution (e.g. CQI). Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment or similar, with a strong focus on leading others. A strong spirit to drive change, to bring fresh and dynamic thinking to the Quality function is required, hence resilience, team playing skills and ability to work effectively at all levels of the organisation are a must. Matchtech acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Matchtech and may assist with processing your application.