Head of Quality

4 weeks ago

Kirkby, United Kingdom Surface Transforms Full time

**Head of Quality**

**Who are we**

Surface Transforms are experts in the development and production of carbon-ceramic materials and the UK’s only manufacturer of carbon-ceramic brakes for automotive use. Surface Transforms' unique patented Carbon-Ceramic technology provides the ultimate braking performance for road and track.

Here at Surface Transforms passion is at the heart of our brand. As a team we refuse to accept the impossible. We know that impossible only means that we haven’t found the solution yet. Your role at Surface Transforms is yours to steer - toward opportunities and away from risks. You have the power to shape your role and we cannot wait to see where you take us and we’ll take pride in supporting the future you chose to build at Surface Transforms.

We are looking for an experienced Head of Quality to join our established Quality team. The Head of Quality will hold overall accountability of Quality, being responsible for developing, managing, and continuously improving the quality management system, whilst ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory and statutory requirements. As a member of the SLT, you will also be a champion for six sigma and problem solving within the wider organisation.

**What you’ll be doing as our Head of Quality**:
**Quality Monitoring**:

- Investigates and defines projects to improve quality and accuracy, reduce cost of poor quality.
- In depth knowledge of SPC and control plans to act on data in the pursuit of a Right First Time culture within the organisation.
- Project management experience to create and deliver strategic objectives in line with VOB/VOC.

**Leadership**:

- Engage empower and enthuse staff to support the operations in line with customer acceptance criteria.
- Implement changes to enhance Quality, reduce scrap, and enhance company reputation.

**Compliance and Regulations**:

- Ensure that the process complies with relevant industry regulations, safety standards, and quality standards.
- Stay informed about regulatory changes and update processes as necessary.

**Documentation and Training**:

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date project and problem solving documentation, including Manufacturing Technology Roadmap.
- Train and accredit employees in the Lean Six Sigma tools and techniques from Yellow to Black Belt.

**Problem Resolution**:

- Champions problem solving across the business by leading and mentoring as per business requirements.
- Investigate root causes and implement corrective actions using DMAIC and other problem solving methodologies.

**Customer Communication**:

- Leads communication with customers to present robust quality control measures.
- Communicate process updates, changes, and performance metrics to relevant stakeholders.

**Budget Management**:

- Create business cases for investments using DMAIC, including cost control and cost reduction initiatives.

**Continual Improvement**:

- Champion and embed a culture of continuous improvement and encourage employees to contribute ideas and suggestions via Kaizen. Champions management of change to govern change within a process.

**The Skills, Knowledge and Experience you will need as our Head of Quality**:

- Strong leadership, communication and problem solving skills
- Auditing and Regulatory experience within Automotive industry
- Lean Manufacturing Techniques and ISO/QMS experience
- Manufacturing experience from Automotive, Heat treatment or Aerospace industries
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems
- MS Office 360, Statistical process control such as Minitab

**Need to have**:

- 5 years proven experience in a Quality leader role
- Auditing experience including IATF and routine customer audits
- Experience of leading a team of 5+ members
- Automotive manufacturing experience

**Nice to have**:

- Six Sigma qualification
- Leadership and Management qualifications

**You’ll have these personal attributes**:

- Problem Solving
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability
- Leadership and Decision-Making

**What we’ll give you in return**:

- Attractive salary
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Eligible to participate in our Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)
- 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank holidays
- Extra day Annual Leave for your birthday
- Private health care
- Enhanced pension
- A confidential employee assistance helpline covering physical and emotional support
- Death in service scheme

  • Support Worker

    5 days ago

    Kirkby, United Kingdom Brothers Of Charity Full time

    Do you have a great sense of humour, good listening skills, respect for others and have a caring personality? Then you have the qualities to become a great Support Worker within Brothers of Charity Services. Full training is provided around all aspects of the job role and you have the opportunity to earn a fully funded qualification in care. £10.60 per...

  • Support Worker

    7 days ago

    Kirkby, United Kingdom Brothers Of Charity Full time

    Do you have a great sense of humour, good listening skills, respect for others and have a caring personality? Then you have the qualities to become a great Support Worker within Brothers of Charity Services. Full training is provided around all aspects of the job role and you have the opportunity to earn a fully funded qualification in care. £10 per hour...

  • Head of Welding

    1 week ago

    Kirkby in Ashfield, United Kingdom EMBS Engineering Full time

    Head of Fabrication & Welding Nottinghamshire Permanent Salary: Circa £65,000 p.a + competitive benefits package EMBS Engineering has been exclusively tasked with identifying an experienced individual who can head up their Fabrication & Welding facility at their newly appointed dedicated site, located just a stones throw away from their North...

  • Head of Welding

    7 days ago

    Kirkby in Ashfield, United Kingdom EMBS Engineering Full time

    Head of Fabrication & WeldingNottinghamshirePermanentSalary: Circa £65,000 p.a + competitive benefits packageEMBS Engineering has been exclusively tasked with identifying an experienced individual who can head up their Fabrication & Welding facility at their newly appointed dedicated site, located just a stones throw away from their North Nottinghamshire...

  • Process Operator

    2 hours ago

    Kirkby, United Kingdom Saputo Inc. Full time

    At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We’re a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we’ve grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and...

  • Asset Care Engineer

    1 week ago

    Kirkby, United Kingdom Saputo Dairy UK Full time

    At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We’re a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we’ve grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and...

  • Technical Assurance Auditor

    6 days ago

    Kirkby, United Kingdom Liberty Full time

    Liberty has an exciting opportunity for a Technical Assurance Auditor to join our team, based in our Head Office, Knowsley. The Technical Assurance Auditor role offers agile working, permitting you to work from your home address or at a location that suits your needs and those of the business. You will however need to be within a reasonable commutable...

  • Head of Training Operations

    1 month ago

    South Kirkby, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom AWD online Full time

    Head of Training Operations with experience in the delivery of training and teaching environments, with excellent leadership/management skills, and the ability to analyse and interpret data is required for a well-established organisation based in South Kirkby, West Yorkshire. SALARY: £45,000 per annum + Benefits LOCATION: South Kirkby, West Yorkshire...

  • Head of Training Operations

    3 days ago

    South Kirkby, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom AWD online Full time €45,000

    Head of Training Operations with experience in the delivery of training and teaching environments, with excellent leadership/management skills, and the ability to analyse and interpret data is required for a well-established organisation based in South Kirkby, West Yorkshire. SALARY: £45,000 per annum + Benefits LOCATION: South Kirkby, West Yorkshire...

  • Technical Administrator

    5 days ago

    South Kirkby, United Kingdom Yorkshire Premier Meat Full time

    Technical Administrator **Salary**: £12.17 Reporting to the Head of Technical: Role and Responsibilities: - Upload and manage Export data information to export product out of the GB using external and internal data system - Invoice logging and technical documentation filing support for easy retrieval - Office duties filing and booking visitors onto...

  • Head of Training Operations

    2 months ago

    South Kirkby, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom AWD online Full time

    Head of Training Operations with experience in the delivery of training and teaching environments, with excellent leadership/management skills, and the ability to analyse and interpret data is required for a well-established organisation based in South Kirkby, West Yorkshire. SALARY: £45,000 per annum + Benefits LOCATION: South Kirkby, West...

  • Team Leader

    2 weeks ago

    Kirkby in Ashfield, United Kingdom Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Are you a compassionate leader and wanting to develop your leadership skills? The Team Leader will support and deputise for the Head of Service in the operational management and service development within the Cardiorespiratory service providing strong leadership and ensuring the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care to patients within the...

  • Senior Chef de Partie

    1 month ago

    Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom Recruit North Ltd Full time

    This is a fantastic opportunity for a Chef de Partie, or Junior Sous Chef, to join a team of 7 Chefs at one of the UK’s best pub kitchens.My client is looking to strengthen their brigade of resolute professionals and are seeking someone who, like them, has ambitious standards and expectations.The kitchens main aim is to cook and serve attractive pub food...

  • Play Assistant

    1 month ago

    Kirkby in Ashfield, United Kingdom Orchard Out of School Club Full time

    Job description **Applicants Must have a full and relevant Level 2 NVQ (or equivalent) or above**, in Playwork, and have some experience of working with 3 -11 year olds in a play environment. Orchard out of school club are looking for someone to join us at our breakfast and after school club. **We are looking for someone to join our team for 7 hours a week...

  • Senior Chef de Partie

    1 month ago

    Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom Recruit North Ltd Full time

    Job DescriptionThis is a fantastic opportunity for a Chef de Partie, or Junior Sous Chef, to join a team of 7 Chefs at one of the UK’s best pub kitchens.My client is looking to strengthen their brigade of resolute professionals and are seeking someone who, like them, has ambitious standards and expectations.The kitchens main aim is to cook and serve...

  • Operations Development Manager

    2 months ago

    South Kirkby, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom AWD online Full time

    Head of Training Operations with experience in the delivery of training and teaching environments, with excellent leadership/management skills, and the ability to analyse and interpret data is required for a well-established organisation based in South Kirkby, West Yorkshire. JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent (Part Time working will be considered) ...

  • Operations Development Manager

    1 month ago

    South Kirkby, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom AWD online Full time

    Head of Training Operations with experience in the delivery of training and teaching environments, with excellent leadership/management skills, and the ability to analyse and interpret data is required for a well-established organisation based in South Kirkby, West Yorkshire. JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent (Part Time working will be considered) WORKING...

  • Operations Development Manager

    3 days ago

    South Kirkby, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom AWD online Full time €45,000

    Head of Training Operations with experience in the delivery of training and teaching environments, with excellent leadership/management skills, and the ability to analyse and interpret data is required for a well-established organisation based in South Kirkby, West Yorkshire. JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent (Part Time working will be considered) WORKING...

  • Buyer

    4 days ago

    Kirkby in Ashfield, United Kingdom SF Recruitment Full time

    SF Recruitment are looking for a Buyer to join their Nottingham based client. Reporting to the Head of Procurement the Buyer will be responsible for supporting the procurement team ensuring all operational needs are met. This is a full-time permanent role working Monday to Friday paying up to £35,000. This role will also include hybrid working. The purpose...

  • Buyer

    4 days ago

    Kirkby in Ashfield, United Kingdom SF Recruitment Full time

    SF Recruitment are looking for a Buyer to join their Nottingham based client. Reporting to the Head of Procurement the Buyer will be responsible for supporting the procurement team ensuring all operational needs are met. This is a full-time permanent role working Monday to Friday paying up to £35,000. This role will also include hybrid working. The...