Quality Safety Manager

We're Hiring: Quality Assurance, Health & Safety (QAHS) Manager

Wilton, Redcar, UK

Company:
Universal Matter (UM)

Reports to:
Managing Director, UK/EU

At
Universal Matter
, we are redefining what's possible in materials science. As global leaders in graphene and advanced carbon materials, we're driving sustainable innovation across construction, polymer composites, rubber & tyres, and coatings — enabling industry transformation worldwide.

As our UK operations continue to grow, we're looking for an exceptional
Quality Assurance, Health & Safety (QAHS) Manager
to champion our safety-first culture and ensure our processes, people, and products consistently meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and operational excellence.

What You'll Lead

Quality Management Systems (QMS)

• Own and develop UM's UK QMS in alignment with ISO 9001, UKCA/CE marking, and relevant industry standards.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits (customers, suppliers, registrars).
• Lead risk assessments, change control, and validation activities.
• Oversee analytical method updates and ensure alignment with ASTM/compendial standards.
• Manage non-conformance investigations and implement an effective CAPA system.
• Coordinate the disposition of nonconforming materials, product waste streams, and out-of-date raw materials.
• Foster a strong quality-focused culture across the UK business.

Quality Audits & Continuous Improvement

• Lead ISO, customer, supplier, and regulatory audits.
• Support quarterly quality reviews and performance reporting.
• Maintain and improve quality databases, specifications, and tracking tools.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing reliability and drive process excellence.
• Ensure audit readiness through strong documentation, validation, and verification practices.

Safety, Health & Environment (SHE)

• Champion a safety-first culture across UM operations.
• Maintain and improve SHE systems to ensure compliance with UK H&S legislation, EA permits, and UM standards.
• Manage MSDS and COSHH assessments for all raw materials and finished products.
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations, including root cause analysis and follow-up actions.
• Deliver and coordinate all SHE training, including First Aid, Fire Safety, PPE/RPE, and emergency response.
• Liaise closely with Wilton site management and relevant regulatory bodies.
• Contribute to the global UM SHE framework, helping to build a unified safety standard across all sites.
• Drive continuous improvement through proactive risk identification and engagement at all levels.

About You

You thrive in a high-growth, innovation-led environment and bring:

• 5+ years' experience in Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality Management within chemical or advanced materials manufacturing.
• Demonstrated expertise managing ISO 9001 QMS and compliance systems.
• Relevant qualifications such as NEBOSH, IOSH, or Lead Auditor (desirable).
• Hands-on experience building and maturing SHE and Quality frameworks.
• Strong analytical, organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• A proactive, detail-driven mindset and the confidence to influence at every level.
• Right to work in the UK and a valid UK driving licence.

Why Join Universal Matter?

• Competitive compensation plus health insurance, bonus scheme, pension, and professional development.
• Work at the forefront of graphene and advanced carbon innovation, shaping the future of sustainable materials.
• Play a defining role in building UM's Safety and Quality culture during an exciting phase of growth.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're driven by excellence, safety, innovation, and continuous improvement — we want to hear from you.

Apply directly via LinkedIn

For more details, contact:
Cheryl van Leeuwen (VP of HR)
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