Job Description

Who will you be working with?

We are seeking an experienced Quality System Manager to join our team at the LH Group (a Division of Wabtec UK Ltd) based in Barton-Under Needwood we support our customers through maintenance and operation optimisation with customised solutions for spare parts, repair, and overhaul activities on existing trains.

Role:

Quality System Manager

Salary:

Competitive

Location:

Barton-Under Needwood, (DE13 8EN) - (Onsite)

Hours:

Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 16:30pm and Friday 08:00am to 13:00pm, 37 hours per week

Contract Type:

Permanent, Full-Time

How will you make a difference?

Initially to work across 2 sites to integrate 2 QMS's into 1, based in Doncaster and Barton-Under Needwood. This will require spending time at both sites however, initially approx. 75% at our Doncaster site for up to 12 months. The role will then be based at our Barton Under Needwood site.

What will your typical day look like?

Lead the transition from 2 x site-based Quality Management Systems into 1 robust QMS at the lead site, ensuring ISO9001, RISAS, RISQS and Customer Certification is maintained. Act as the key point of contact for all external audits, and ensure all certifications and accreditations are maintained. Produce and manage a programme of internal audits (initially for both sites) to identify and rectify any areas of non-conformance against the QMS. Act as the point of contact between product line managers and our external calibration companies. Develop Quality Department KPI's to demonstrate QMS performance and help identify areas requiring further support or improvement to drive the adoption of best practices. Liaise closely with internal and external stakeholders to support resolution on product or process related concerns, with a mindset to continually improve both. Maintain the Business Risk Register across both sites. Develop and produce quality project plans as required by our customers.

What do we want to know about you?

Degree qualified in an Engineering or Quality Management related field. Experience in a Quality System management role ideally within the rail industry or other mechanical industry. Significant experience in developing/creating Quality Management Systems from planning stages through to successful implementation. Ideally would have experience in merging QMS's successfully previously. Advantageous to have strong working knowledge of RISAS and other rail industry standards. Experience in attaining full certification in ISO9001 / IATF 16949.
If you don't have all the above criteria don't worry, we would still like to hear from you as we live our values and always put people first and strive to expand what is possible.

Apply today!

Legal authorisation to work in the UK is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

*Please note that we do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalised agreement with Wabtec Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency/third party Recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe you a fee if you submit a candidate to the applicant tracking system that is ultimately hired.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers' potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles... People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person