Quality Manager - ISO 9001 Manufacturing

About the role

An established industrial manufacturing business in Melbourne, which produces manufactured goods and works with a supplier base for purchased components, is looking for an experienced Quality Manager. The role leads the Quality Management System so that products, components and finished goods meet quality standards and ISO 9001 requirements, partnering with operations, engineering, procurement and product development. It suits a hands-on leader who enjoys owning the system, leading a team and driving measurable quality improvements.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the QMS in line with ISO 9001, including process mapping, documentation, audits and continual improvement
• Maintain ISO 9001 certification and oversee quality control systems and standards to meet customer specifications and compliance obligations
• Oversee inspection, testing and evaluation of finished goods and component parts
• Manage the quality aspects of the PPAP process, ensuring documentation is correct and reviewed
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective and preventive actions
• Champion supplier quality management, including supplier audits nationally and internationally
• Handle customer complaints and feedback through to investigation and prevention of recurrence
• Conduct internal, process and product audits, including scheduled product testing with Product Development
• Drive improvement in quality KPIs and work with the Safety, Health and Environment Manager on the integrated management system
• Lead, train and develop the quality team, run quality forums and ensure accurate quality documentation

Required profile

• Degree in Engineering, Science, Quality Management or a related technical field
• Experience in a manufacturing environment managing QMS elements aligned to ISO 9001
• Experience coordinating or leading internal or external audits
• Willingness to travel within Melbourne and nationally and internationally for supplier audits

Required skills

• Quality assurance and quality control, including inspection, testing, auditing and supplier quality
• Familiarity with root cause analysis, corrective action, Six Sigma and SPC
• Strong data analysis, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Clear communication and strong leadership presence

To apply, candidates can use the application link provided in the original advert or contact the recruiter named in the listing.