Quality Manager - ISO 13485

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Quality Manager - ISO 13485

Didcot

£60,000 - £70,000 + Training + Flexi Time + Benefits

Are you a Quality Engineer, QA or similar looking to step up or a Quality Manager seeking a change?

Do you want a strategic level position offering variety, a small team to manage and autonomy to put your own stamp on things?

The company are a respected Medical Devices manufacturer working at the cutting edge of industry advancements. Due to their pioneering capabilities they work with a range of products and with some impressive organisations both in the UK and internationally.

The role involves being accountable for Quality Management including QA and QC work in a clean room facility with a small team reporting to you. You will conduct both internal and external audits, but international travel is only once per year. It is a Monday to Friday role but start and finish times are flexible.

Here is a great chance to join a specialist where you will be a big fish in a small pond, have strategic input and a role you can really make your own.

The Role:

*Quality Manager

*ISO 13485 Audits - Internal and External for supply chain

*37 hours Monday to Friday

Candidate Requirements:

*Quality background - Does not need to have been a manager previously

*ISO 13486 Audit experience

Consultant: Sebastian Petitti

Elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, Manufacturing, Tech, Energy and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment.

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