Quality Control Manager

Kinetic Industrial are supporting a UK market leader in specialist coatings in the recruitment of a Quality Control Manager. This is a business-critical role with the primary function of ensuring finished products are aligned to the customers specifications. In addition, supervising processes to ensure that operators are working compliantly, and in line with audited standards and ISO requirements. You'll also be supporting the business as they continue working towards achieving ISO 18001 and ISO 45001. This is a hands-on role where you'll maintain a visible presence on the shop floor, as well as being office-based managing, maintaining systems and processes. Responsibilities will include: * Overseeing day-to-day quality across powder-coating and wet paint operations * Managing and improving the ISO 9001 Quality Management System * Supporting the HSQE Manager with ISO 18001 and ISO 45001 accreditation * Leading internal audits and dealing with non-conformances * Driving corrective and preventative actions * Monitoring quality KPIs and looking at ways to improve processes * Training and supporting production teams on quality standards * Dealing with customer quality issues and supplier concerns The ideal applicant will have: * Experience in a quality role within manufacturing (powder-coating would be ideal) * Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 * Some exposure to ISO 18001 / ISO 45001 * Experience with audits, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement * Good communication skills - both written and verbal What's on offer? * Circa £45,000 salary * Monday to Friday 08:30 -16:30 * Salary: £45,000 per annum * Permanent role with a well-established business * A hands-on position where you can really make an impact * Opportunity to be involved in continuous improvement and ISO development * Supportive team environment Kinetic PLC is a Recruitment Consultancy with over 40 years' experience delivering staffing solutions to the engineering, manufacturing, and technical industries. All applications are handled in the strictest confidence. Those not meeting the full criteria may not be contacted, but CVs will be retained for future roles.