Hartwell Manufacturing are a well known and long established privately owned company that has been providing machining and fabrication services to industry since 1974. The company is based out of Ossett, Wakefield and Ecclesfield, Sheffield which provides quick and easy access to all major routes throughout the UK. They work from 2 large manufacturing units boasting 80,000 sq ft+ capacity each and offer a range of services including heavy steel fabrication, mechanical pipe fabrication and installation, acoustic enclosures and thermal store/buffer vessels.

Wbelieve that success is driven by people who align with our values and approach, rather than just their experience. We are looking for a Quality Manager who brings the right attitude and commitment to our quality-focused environment. Whilst prior experience in a similar role is advantageous, it's not essential. We can teach the necessary skills, but we can't teach passion for quality—if you have it, you'll thrive here.

* Lead, mentor, and develop the Quality Assurance team, including direct supervision of the Quality Assistant, fostering a high-performance culture.

* Design, implement, and continually improve quality control systems and procedures to ensure compliance with both internal benchmarks and external regulatory standards.

* Manage the quality department's budget, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently while delivering quality outcomes.

* Oversee routine quality audits, inspections, and assessments, ensuring any non-conformances are addressed promptly and effectively.

* Analyse quality data, producing actionable insights and identifying root causes of issues to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

* Act as the main point of contact for all quality-related matters, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and resolution of quality concerns.

* Ensure all quality documentation is up to date and in compliance with industry standards, including ISO certifications.

* Prepare detailed quality reports for senior management, offering recommendations for process optimisation and risk mitigation.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

* Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar quality management role, ideally within a manufacturing environment.

* Proven leadership skills, with experience managing and developing a team, ensuring accountability and excellence.

* Strong budget management skills, with the ability to forecast, allocate, and optimise resources efficiently.

* Excellent analytical skills with a data-driven approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

* Solid understanding of quality management systems, such as ISO 9001, and experience leading or participating in certification processes.

* Strong aptitude for continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean), with a proactive approach to driving efficiency.

* Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

* Hands-on approach with the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Desirable Skills:

* Experience with managing health and safety in a steel manufacturing context.

* Familiarity with quality control software and data management tools.

* Project management skills, including the ability to manage complex timelines and deliverables