Production Test & Manufacturing Quality Manager

Production Test & Manufacturing Quality Manager

Location:

Pentrebach, Merthyr Tydfil, United Kingdom
Date Posted:
Jul 7, 2026
Category:
Quality Assurance
Job Type: Full-Time

General Dynamics Land Systems is looking for a full‑time Production Test & Manufacturing Quality Manager to join our established team. The role offers a salary of £50,560 to £55,000 based on experience and potential. This position is ideal for someone who is proactive, positive and eager to grow professionally.

In this role you will lead and support non‑conformity management, working with stakeholders to develop root‑cause analyses, corrective actions and containment measures to support the programme.

If you were already working in this position, this is what you would have been working on this week:

• Lead and drive production non‑conformances into RCCA format to eliminate quality issues
• Perform cross‑functional analysis of non‑conformances identified during production, establish trends and root‑cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Create and manage PFMEAs, control plans and inspection scripts as part of the cross‑functional team
• Investigate non‑conforming products, services and processes, audit the effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions

To apply for this role, you will require the following:

• Solid root‑cause investigation and non‑conformity experience is essential
• Good knowledge of ISO 9001, Defence Standards and NATO standards
• Ability to liaise with and present information to a multi‑disciplined, multi‑national team
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal and presentation abilities
• Flexibility in working hours and willingness to travel within and outside the UK

Our Company Benefits:

• A compressed nine‑day fortnight – every other Friday off
• A flexible benefits scheme allowing you to tailor benefits for you and your family
• A personalised career development plan with regular progress reviews
• Professional training and development courses, both internal and external
• A flexible working environment recognising contributions – including compressed hours, reduced hours and job share
• A company sports and social club with events at discounted prices

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state or local anti‑discrimination laws. GDLS is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.