Quality Manager - Wicklow
My client is a dynamic manufacturing company providing products to the medical device, pharmaceutical, and food sectors. Our reputation is built on quality, innovation, and the strength of our people.
We’re passionate about investing in our team - offering exceptional training, professional development, and clear progression pathways within a growing global organisation.
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the quality strategy of a forward-thinking manufacturing company. If you’re passionate about quality, leadership, and operational excellence - we’d love to hear from you.
- A genuine work-life balance.
- Profit share scheme and 26 days annual leave.
- Bike-to-work scheme, and a wellness programme.
- On-site parking and local convenience - skip the long commutes.
- A supportive, diverse, and collaborative culture where no two days are the same.
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opening for an experienced Quality Manager to join our leadership team. This is a pivotal role in driving our quality culture, ensuring compliance with ISO 13485 standards, and leading continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Quality Department to deliver on company and departmental goals, KPIs, and improvement initiatives.
- Champion adherence to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and continuous improvement across all quality systems.
- Conduct and report on Quality Systems Management Reviews and internal audits.
- Work closely with Operations, Production, and Toolroom teams to drive “Right First Time” manufacturing.
- Investigate and resolve customer quality issues using root cause analysis and structured problem-solving (8D, Fishbone, etc.).
- Manage and develop the Quality team - including recruitment, training, and performance planning.
- Lead the Validation Strategy and implement a site-wide validation plan for machines and utilities.
- Oversee quality documentation, CAPAs, deviations, and change control processes.
- Be a visible quality presence on the production floor, building awareness and engagement in quality and compliance.
- Drive Lean and Operational Excellence projects to enhance efficiency and product reliability.
- Ensure line clearance, inspections, and quality controls are rigorously maintained for all production activities.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in a Quality Management or Quality Leadership role within manufacturing - ideally in medical devices or pharma.
- Strong knowledge of ISO 13485 and GMP standards.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- A proactive, hands-on approach with a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence at all levels of the organisation.
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Employee assistance program
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person in South Wicklow
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