QMS Implementation Lead
Location: Yarnton/Bicester (hybrid)
Contract Length: 12 months FTC with potential to extend
Overview
We are supporting a leading advanced manufacturing organisation embarking on a critical transition from ISO 9001 to IATF 16949. This is a high-impact programme focused on building a fully embedded, business-owned Quality Management System, not simply achieving compliance.
We’re looking for a proven QMS Implementation Lead with hands‑on experience delivering IATF 16949 transformations end‑to‑end. This role requires more than gap assessments – you will architect, implement, and embed a future‑state QMS across the organisation through to certification.
The Role
This is a hands‑on transformation leadership role, responsible for designing and delivering an integrated IATF 16949 QMS while driving cross‑functional engagement.
You will:
- Lead the transition from ISO 9001 to IATF 16949
- Design the future‑state QMS architecture (not layered add‑ons)
- Drive ownership of quality processes across engineering, operations, and supply chain
- Ensure alignment between QMS design and a new digital QMS platform implementation
- Deliver the programme through to Stage 2 certification audit
About You
Essential Experience
- Proven track record delivering end‑to‑end IATF 16949 implementation
- Strong knowledge of automotive core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA)
- Experience within a Tier 1 or Tier 2 automotive or manufacturing environment
- Ability to design and embed systems, not just document processes
- Demonstrated success driving change across cross‑functional teams
- Experience building internal audit capability
- Strong stakeholder management from shop floor to senior leadership
- IATF 16949 Lead Auditor certification
Why Apply
- Opportunity to lead a full‑scale transformation programme, not just advisory work
- High visibility role with impact across the entire organisation
- Work closely with senior leadership and drive real operational change
- Deliver a system that will be fully embedded and owned by the business
Interested? Apply now or reach out to Ellie at Orion Electrotech
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