Quality Manager

Automotive Manufacturing UK

We're supporting a specialist automotive manufacturer in the search for a Quality & Continuous Improvement Manager to lead quality strategy, compliance, and operational improvement across a precision engineering environment.

This role will take ownership of the Quality Management System, customer quality performance, audit management, and continuous improvement initiatives across the business. You'll work closely with operations and engineering teams to drive process capability, reduce waste, and improve overall manufacturing performance.

Lead and develop the site quality function
Maintain and improve the QMS in line with IATF 16949 and customer requirements
Lead internal, external, and customer audits
Drive Lean and continuous improvement initiatives
Manage root cause investigations and corrective actions
Oversee supplier quality and process compliance
Develop quality KPIs and performance metrics
Support new product introduction and operational readiness

Strong background within automotive manufacturing or precision engineering
Experience leading quality within a regulated manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of IATF 16949 and quality systems
Experience driving continuous improvement programmes
Excellent problem solving and leadership capability

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing manufacturing business in a highly visible leadership role with genuine influence across operations and quality performance.