Quality Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day quality functions to ensure compliance with UKAS accreditation 17025 and MCerts standards
• Plan and schedule audits, including management system audits and technical lab audits
• Lead UKAS, customer, and other external audits
• Manage quality control, customer complaints, and internal Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)
• Convene management reviews and lead monthly Quality meetings to focus on trends and action items

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of quality experience
• Internal auditing experience and training
• Proven track record of success in a Quality role
• Thorough understanding of Chemistry and Laboratory terminologies and approaches
• Knowledge of UKAS 17025 accreditation and MCerts standards

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday (with option to buy more)
• Electric car scheme (where applicable)
• Employee recognition programmes
• Family-friendly support
• Exclusive retail discounts
• Employee assistance programmes
• Enhanced company pension

About the Company

SOCOTEC’s Environmental Science team delivers independent, UKAS accredited environmental testing and scientific analysis that supports safer, more sustainable decisions across sectors including construction, infrastructure, energy, marine and manufacturing.