Quality Control Manager

We are looking for a Quality Control Manager to join a long‑standing manufacturer in Stourbridge (West Midlands). Typical working hours will range between a 6am‑7am start and a 4pm‑4:30pm finish (44 hours per week) with the required flexibility.

Annual salary up to £50,000 per annum (DOE). You will manage a team of up to 8, reporting directly into the Manufacturing & Managing Directors and working alongside the Quality Assurance Manager & QHSE Manager.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the company’s efforts to maintain consistent product quality and implement robust process controls.
• Analyse performance data to identify opportunities for improvement, driving a culture of quality excellence.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of a formal quality management system and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Mentor and develop talent across the organisation, fostering a culture of ownership and accountability for quality.
• Manage customer complaints, non‑conformances, and returns, ensuring corrective actions are implemented effectively.
• Conduct audits, develop inspection procedures, and promote continuous improvement initiatives to optimise manufacturing processes.

What You Will Bring:

• Minimum of 3 years experience within a similar role.
• Previous experience within the Foundry, Castings or Ductile Iron industry.
• Experience managing quality systems and implementing process controls to maintain quality standards.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence change at all levels of the organisation.

Location: The position will predominantly be based in Stourbridge, across two manufacturing plants in the West Midlands, offering easy access to a thriving industrial hub.

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