Quality Control Manager

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Quality Control Manager Ipswich Salary: c£38K About the Role Our Ipswich based client is looking for an experienced and driven Quality Control Manager to lead their Quality Control function in a controlled manufacturing environment. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring products meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and safety. The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day Quality Control operations, manage a small team, and play a vital role in driving continuous improvement across production. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage the Quality Control team, ensuring effective day-to-day operations * Oversee in-process and final inspections in line with procedures and standards * Ensure production line readiness, including start-ups, changeovers, and line clearance * Manage non-conforming products and drive timely resolution of quality issues * Monitor QC performance (KPIs), identify trends, and lead continuous improvement activities * Support audits and maintain audit readiness at all times * Manage customer and supplier quality issues through to resolution Applicants will ideally have: * Strong knowledge of quality processes, inspections, and documentation * Proven experience leading QC teams in a controlled manufacturing environment * Hands-on experience with inspections, non-conformance, and product release * Working knowledge with ISO standards (13485, 9001, 14001) and/or FDA requirements * High attention to detail with confidence to challenge and escalate issues * Competent in IT systems (e.g. Excel, reporting tools) and maintaining audit-ready records * Ideal candidate will have some qualifications within Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related discipline – desirable * A Professional quality certification (e.g. Internal Auditor, Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt) - desirable Our client is offering a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to lead and shape the Quality Control function within a growing manufacturing facility in Ipswich. You’ll benefit from ongoing training and professional development, all within a supportive and collaborative working environment. Working Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm. Paying C£38K
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Location:
Ipswich, Suffolk
Salary:
£35,000 - £38,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Medical/Pharmaceutical/Scientific

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