Are you an experienced Quality professional with a strong understanding of ISO standards, manufacturing processes and continuous improvement? Do you enjoy leading quality initiatives, solving problems and driving improvements across a business? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

Bovill and Boyd is a well-established and growing business based in East Kilbride.

They are looking for a proactive and organised Quality Manager to lead the Quality function and ensure that all products leaving the factory meet the highest standards.

This role offers excellent scope for growth, with the opportunity to take on wider quality leadership responsibilities as the business continues to expand.

The successful candidate will have plenty of room to make their mark within a growing organisation that is looking for strong Quality leadership.  As a close-knit and supportive team with clear processes and high standards, the company offers a stable and professional environment where employees are valued, supported and encouraged to contribute to its continued success.  Very occasional travel to their site in East Kilbride

This is a key role within the business where you will work closely with the General Manager and Group Quality Manager to maintain quality systems, support operational improvements and ensure compliance with industry standards including ISO9001.

You will play an important role in maintaining strong quality processes while promoting a culture of continuous improvement across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day coordination of the Quality department and maintaining the Quality Management System
• Ensuring all products manufactured or received for resale meet specification requirements
• Approving goods that pass inspection and managing the rejection process for non-conforming items
• Leading 8D root cause investigations and managing associated customer communications
• Developing and managing the PPAP process, including first-off production approvals
• Supporting continuous improvement through the use of quality tools and structured problem solving
• Driving the company's 5S, visual management and Lean improvement initiatives
• Ensuring ISO9001 accreditation is maintained and supporting external and internal audits
• Maintaining accurate quality records and ensuring all documentation reflects true performance
• Producing reports on supplier performance including late deliveries and rejected goods
• Monitoring customer concerns, complaints and product rejections
• Maintaining the customer drawing register and ensuring product documentation is current and followed in production
• Supporting the General Manager with implementation of Health, Safety & Environmental systems, including risk assessments and compliance checks
• Reviewing scrap rates and production quality performance with management
• Building strong relationships across departments to ensure quality is embedded throughout the organisation

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a Quality Manager or Senior Quality role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of ISO9001 quality systems and audit processes
• Experience with 8D problem solving, PPAP and production quality control
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, 5S and continuous improvement methods
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and engage colleagues
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Confident using Microsoft Office and quality management systems
• A proactive team player who takes ownership and drives improvements
• Honest, practical and solution-focused approach to problem solving

About the Company

Our client is a respected and growing supplier of specialist materials and services, supporting customers across a range of industries from their base in East Kilbride.

Known for their reliability, technical knowledge and commitment to quality, they have built long-standing relationships with both clients and suppliers.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Quality professional who enjoys improving systems, solving problems and helping a business deliver consistently high standards, we would encourage you to apply.

If shortlisted, our agent Hiring People may contact you to complete a short video interview.

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