Quality Manager

Swansea Permanent £50,000 - £60,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Quality Manager to oversee the quality assurance and regulatory compliance of our medical devices.Developing, implementing, and maintaining quality management systems (QMS) in accordance with industry regulations.
  • Become an integral part of a growing orgainsation
  • Play a key role in the Quality and Regulatory function

About Our Client

The client manufacture our own branded Single-use surgical instruments, and also provide clean room contract manufacturing services for a wide range of pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers.

Job Description

  • Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820, MDR, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and industry-specific quality standards.
  • Oversee internal and external audits, including FDA, ISO, and customer audits, and drive continuous improvement initiatives based on findings.
  • Lead and manage Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) programs, ensuring timely resolution of non-conformities.
  • Implement and maintain risk management processes in accordance with ISO 14971.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, and Supply Chain, to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Develop and execute quality control and validation strategies for processes, equipment, and software.
  • Manage supplier quality management programs, including vendor audits, qualification, and performance monitoring.
  • Lead training programs on quality and compliance requirements for employees.
  • Oversee documentation control, ensuring proper record-keeping, traceability, and change management in compliance with regulatory requirements.

The Successful Applicant



  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.


  • Minimum 5-8 years of experience in a quality management role within the medical device industry.


  • In-depth knowledge of ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820, EU MDR, and other regulatory frameworks.


  • Experience with quality auditing, CAPA management, risk management (ISO 14971), and supplier quality assurance.


  • Strong understanding of validation processes (IQ/OQ/PQ) and statistical quality control methods.


  • Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.


  • Certification as a Lead Auditor, Six Sigma, or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) is a plus.

What's on Offer



  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives


  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits


  • Professional development
Contact
Branzon De Souza
Quote job ref
JN-012025-6642842
Phone number
+44 172 773 0120

Job summary

Job function
Life Sciences
Subsector
Quality
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Swansea
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Branzon De Souza
Consultant phone
+44 172 773 0120
Job reference
JN-012025-6642842