A fast-growing electrical engineering business based near Manchester Airport is seeking an experienced Quality Control Specialist for a 6-month interim role, with the potential for a permanent contract thereafter.
The organisation is currently transitioning from ISO 9001 to ISO 14001 and has ambitious plans to upgrade its Quality Assurance systems to AS9100D as part of its ongoing growth and commitment to excellence.
THE JOB
The primary purpose of this interim role is to support the implementation and documentation of ISO 14001 and AS9100D, while assisting with the ongoing maintenance and improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS).
Working closely with the Quality Control Director, you’ll contribute to a strategically important programme focused on:
- Updating the existing ISO 9001 framework and implementing ISO 14001 by March 2026
- Supporting AS9100D implementation, a key milestone in the company’s growth strategy
This hands-on role will involve reviewing and refining QC processes, collaborating with consultants, production, and procurement teams, and ensuring compliance with the highest quality and environmental standards.
Your day-to-day duties will include:
- Ensuring products and processes comply with organisational objectives, regulatory standards, and quality assurance requirements
- Conducting audits, managing non-conformance reports, and maintaining key documentation and records, including suppliers, assets, and COSHH assessments
- Continuously reviewing and updating processes, change notifications, and business risk analyses to drive quality improvements
- Monitoring, reporting, and analysing Quality KPIs to support performance objectives
- Undertaking ad hoc activities to meet evolving business and compliance needs
THE PERSON
We’re looking for someone with a strong background in quality assurance and a proactive, detail-driven approach.
Essential/Desirable Skills & Experience:
- Knowledge of COSHH assessments
- Experience in electronic assembly (preferred)
- ONC/HNC qualification within electronics or a related discipline (preferred)
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience working with ISO 9001 (other standards advantageous)
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- Clear and confident communication abilities
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
- 5 GCSEs (Grade 5/C or above) desirable
THE BENEFITS
- Working hours Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm (37.5hrs)
- 6-month interim contract (potential for permanent role)
- 100% office-based position
- Free onsite parking
- 25 days annual leave (pro-rata)
- Opportunity to make a tangible impact on a business during a key transformation phase
If you’re passionate about continuous improvement, quality excellence, and helping shape a growing company’s future, we’d love to hear from you, so please apply today!