Quality Manager

Quality Manager £60,000 Derby, Full-time, Occasional travel Reports to: Operations Director Shape Quality. Drive Change. Make an Impact This well-established rail engineering SME, part of an international group of companies, is looking for a hands-on, forward-thinking Quality Manager to join its thriving team in Derby. This is a key role responsible for ensuring our products and processes meet the highest standards, while also championing training, continuous improvement, and environmental responsibility. You will play a central role in maintaining compliance with ISO standards, driving continuous improvement, and promoting a culture of quality, safety, and accountability across the business. What You’ll Be Doing * Leading quality from the front – ensuring systems, processes and standards are not just followed, but continuously improved * Owning and delivering ISO 9001 & 14001 compliance, keeping us audit-ready at all times * Acting as a key contact for customer and supplier audits, building confidence and trust externally * Driving training and development, ensuring teams have the skills and knowledge to succeed * Identifying gaps, solving problems, and implementing practical, sustainable improvements * Supporting new projects with robust quality planning and documentation * Collaborating across teams to embed a culture of accountability, safety and excellence * Playing an active role on the shop floor, staying close to operations and real-world challenges What Makes This Role Exciting * Real ownership — you’ll have the autonomy to shape and improve the quality function * High visibility — working closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders * Variety — from audits and compliance to training and continuous improvement * Impact — your work will directly influence customer satisfaction and business success What We’re Looking For * Proven experience in a Quality role within a regulated manufacturing environment (automotive, aerospace, rail or similar) * Strong working knowledge of ISO standards and audit processes (Lead/Internal Auditor preferred) * Knowledge and experience of PPAP and customer quality requirements * Experience delivering or supporting training and development programmes * A proactive mindset — someone who spots opportunities and acts on them * Confident communicator, able to engage at all levels of the business * Detail-focused, organised, and comfortable managing multiple priorities Who You Are You’re someone who... * Leads by example and sets high standards * Takes ownership and follows through * Enjoys working collaboratively and building relationships * Is passionate about doing things the right way — and making them even better Why Apply? You’ll be joining a business where quality isn’t just a department — it’s a mindset. This is your chance to influence, improve and leave a lasting mark. Ready to take the lead on quality? Apply now