About the Company

A global leader in cathodic protection, offering simple, reliable, and highly effective corrosion prevention through sacrificial anodes crafted from reactive metals like zinc, aluminium, and magnesium based in Walsall. They provide tailored corrosion-control solutions across diverse sectors-including harbours, vessels, offshore installations (such as wind farms and pipelines), naval assets, retrofit projects, and key industrial infrastructure. Operating with advanced manufacturing capabilities and plants in multiple locations, including the UK, Denmark, and France, and delivering innovative, customized anodes with short lead times. Committed to high standards of quality and sustainability, with solutions designed to protect assets cost-effectively while preserving long-term value

Position Overview

This ia a senior leadership role responsible for managing and enhancing our ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) systems. You will work closely with the Senior Management Team, particularly the General Manager, Production Manager, and CP Designer / Sales Support Manager, ensuring that quality standards are upheld and improved throughout all stages of production.

The role may also include occasional client visits within the UK and overseas.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and maintain compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 systems.
Embed quality procedures into daily manufacturing operations.
Monitor and evaluate quality performance, identify trends, and implement corrective actions.
Control and distribute company quality documentation.
Coordinate and monitor project-specific quality activities.
Manage internal audits, supplier quality assessments, and external certification processes.
Ensure contractor and vendor quality requirements are specified and met.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
Maintain accurate records to support traceability and compliance.
Monitor and resolve all non-conformance reports.
Investigate, manage, and close customer complaints related to quality.
Provide training, mentoring, and support to promote a quality-first culture.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

Minimum 4 years' experience as a Quality Manager.
Proven track record in a manufacturing environment.
Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
Excellent communication, leadership, lean techniques, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively across departments and influence at all levels.
Detail-oriented, proactive, and practical approach to quality management.

What We Offer

Competitive salary: 40,000 - 50,000 (DOE)
Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm & Friday: 8:00 am - 12:45 pm
Enhanced Company Pension Scheme
Enhanced Family Related Policies
Permanent, long-term leadership position with strategic influence
Supportive and collaborative SME environment
Opportunity to shape and lead the company's quality function

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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Quality Manager