Quality Leader

Your new company
Join a renowned leader in manufacturing, where innovation and technical excellence define the standard. With a long-standing legacy of delivering high-quality products to sectors including automotive, construction, oil & gas, and consumer goods, this organisation is now investing in new technologies and processes at its flagship Rod Mill site.
Your new role
As Area Technical Manager, you will take ownership of all technical activities within a key section of the Scunthorpe Rod Mill. Working alongside Manufacturing Managers and Lead Engineers, you will play a pivotal role in optimising hot steel rolling processes and supporting major development initiatives.Your remit will include:

Leading product and process trials to support technical innovation
Using statistical and operational data to identify trends and resolve production issues
Developing and embedding corrective actions that drive customer satisfaction
Championing quality improvement under IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 frameworks
Collaborating with stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, Commercial and Supply Chain functionsThis is a role where your technical expertise will shape outcomes in a high-performance manufacturing environment.

What you'll need to succeed
You'll be a results-focused technical expert, confident in your ability to drive change through insight and collaboration. Ideally, you'll hold a degree in Materials Science, Engineering or a relevant scientific discipline, although equivalent experience will also be considered.Skills and experience we're looking for:

Proven success in process or product development
Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
Comfortable working with operational and quality data to support decision-making
A proactive and solutions-driven approach
Awareness of core quality tools (PPAP, APQP, FMEA, SPC) and Six Sigma methodologies
Experience with metallurgical testing and industry standardsWhat you'll get in return
In return, you'll be part of a forward-thinking organisation with genuine investment in its people and processes. Enjoy a full suite of employee benefits alongside personal and professional growth opportunities.
Benefits include:

Competitive salary + defined contribution pension
Generous annual leave entitlement
Life assurance and enhanced family leave
Health Cash Plan + Employee Assistance Programme
Access to technical training and leadership developmentWhat you need to do now
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