Quality & Regulatory Manager
CV-LibraryRH5, Wotton, SurreypermanentPosted: 8 September 2026
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Onsite, Wotton, Surrey
Azenta Life Sciences are seeking a Quality Manager to lead and inspire a high-performing quality team to deliver exceptional product standards and customer satisfaction. Drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights, advanced quality systems, and collaboration across all functions. Champion compliance, sustainability, and operational excellence in a fast-paced, global environment.
What You'll Be Doing
* Ensure a safe, compliant workplace aligned with Health, Safety, Environmental, and regulatory standards.
* Own and evolve the site’s Quality Management System (QMS) to maintain ISO9001:2015 & ISO13485 certifications and readiness for future standards.
* Lead initiatives to reduce defects and customer complaints through root cause analysis, predictive analytics, and proactive prevention strategies.
* Partner with operations and engineering to embed ‘Right First Time’ principles and digital quality tools.
* Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and automation to optimize processes and enhance customer experience.
* Oversee audits, compliance programs, and corrective actions with rigor and transparency.
* Coach and develop team members, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
Metrics:
* Customer Complaint Reduction
* Defect Rate Improvement
* On-Time Delivery Performance
* Compliance Audit Scores
* Cost of Poor Quality (PoNC)
What You'll Bring
* 5+ years in quality leadership within manufacturing or regulated environments.
* Strong knowledge of ISO standards, QMS platforms, and data analytics tools.
* Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage change effectively.
* Experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies and digital transformation initiatives.
Core Competencies:
* Digital Fluency: Comfortable using ERP, QMS, and data analytics platforms to drive decisions.
* Customer-Centric Mindset: Prioritizes customer experience and quality outcomes in every process.
* Change Leadership: Skilled at leading teams through transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Risk Management: Proactively identifies and mitigates operational and compliance risks.
* Data-Driven Decision Making: Uses metrics, trend analysis, and predictive tools to guide quality strategies.
* Collaboration & Influence: Builds strong relationships across functions and geographies to achieve shared goals.
* Innovation Orientation: Seeks out new technologies and methods to enhance quality and efficiency.
* Sustainability Awareness: Integrates environmental and social responsibility into quality practices
Onsite, Wotton, Surrey
Azenta Life Sciences are seeking a Quality Manager to lead and inspire a high-performing quality team to deliver exceptional product standards and customer satisfaction. Drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights, advanced quality systems, and collaboration across all functions. Champion compliance, sustainability, and operational excellence in a fast-paced, global environment.
What You'll Be Doing
* Ensure a safe, compliant workplace aligned with Health, Safety, Environmental, and regulatory standards.
* Own and evolve the site’s Quality Management System (QMS) to maintain ISO9001:2015 & ISO13485 certifications and readiness for future standards.
* Lead initiatives to reduce defects and customer complaints through root cause analysis, predictive analytics, and proactive prevention strategies.
* Partner with operations and engineering to embed ‘Right First Time’ principles and digital quality tools.
* Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and automation to optimize processes and enhance customer experience.
* Oversee audits, compliance programs, and corrective actions with rigor and transparency.
* Coach and develop team members, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
Metrics:
* Customer Complaint Reduction
* Defect Rate Improvement
* On-Time Delivery Performance
* Compliance Audit Scores
* Cost of Poor Quality (PoNC)
What You'll Bring
* 5+ years in quality leadership within manufacturing or regulated environments.
* Strong knowledge of ISO standards, QMS platforms, and data analytics tools.
* Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage change effectively.
* Experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies and digital transformation initiatives.
Core Competencies:
* Digital Fluency: Comfortable using ERP, QMS, and data analytics platforms to drive decisions.
* Customer-Centric Mindset: Prioritizes customer experience and quality outcomes in every process.
* Change Leadership: Skilled at leading teams through transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Risk Management: Proactively identifies and mitigates operational and compliance risks.
* Data-Driven Decision Making: Uses metrics, trend analysis, and predictive tools to guide quality strategies.
* Collaboration & Influence: Builds strong relationships across functions and geographies to achieve shared goals.
* Innovation Orientation: Seeks out new technologies and methods to enhance quality and efficiency.
* Sustainability Awareness: Integrates environmental and social responsibility into quality practices