Quality Manager

Quality Manager (1928472) Knowsley, England

Salary: GBP0 - GBP
45000 per annum

Quality Manager – Chemicals & Life Science Manufacturing

My client is looking for an experienced Quality Manager to lead Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Health & Safety across their chemical distribution business and their specialist life‑science manufacturing operation.

You will oversee quality systems for imported chemicals, bulk deionised water production, and a laboratory environment producing specialist life‑science products. This is a hands‑on leadership role with real influence, shaping the standards, systems, and culture that keep their people safe and their products trusted.

• Lead and develop the company’s QMS across chemical and life‑science operations
• Achieve and maintain relevant ISO accreditations (9001, 14001, 45001, 17025 where applicable)
• Manage QA processes including CAPA, audits, document control, and supplier qualification
• Oversee QC testing, lab procedures, equipment calibration, and product release
• Act as the company’s Health & Safety lead
  , ensuring compliance with COSHH, REACH, CLP and HSE requirements
• Drive continuous improvement and promote a strong quality and safety culture

• Proven experience in chemical distribution
  , life‑science manufacturing
  , or another regulated industry
• Strong background in QA/QC leadership and managing audits/accreditations
• Solid understanding of UK chemical regulations and laboratory quality systems
• A proactive, organised, and influential leader who can work across warehouse, production, and lab environments

This is a key role in a growing business where quality and safety are central to their success. You’ll have the autonomy to shape systems, raise standards, and make a meaningful impact across both chemical and life‑science operations.

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