Quality and Improvement Manager
Record UK is the UK subsidiary of the Agta-Record Group who is one of the major companies within the automatic pedestrian door systems industry. The group manufactures and distributes door systems to over 40 countries worldwide.
We design, manufacture, supply, install and service automated door systems and aluminium shop-fronts throughout the UK to a wide range of organisations and clients.
The company is now seeking to recruit a suitable candidate for the role of Quality & Improvement Manager. This role will report to the Supply Chain Director.
Job Description
- Work across the Record UK business to support process improvement.
- Train and support staff in the Business Operating System (BOS) toolset.
- Develop and conduct robust maturity audits across the business to identify key improvement areas,
- Further develop the BOS toolset to include implementation packs alongside training materials.
- Develop BOS champions in each area of the business to promote tool usage and give increased momentum to process improvements.
- Identify and champion the selection of process improvement activities across the business
- Educate and promote a culture of continuous improvement across the business.
- Oversee the maintenance and recertification of our ISO 9001, 140001 & 450001 accreditation
Essential criteria
- A natural leader and problem solver with a demonstrated sound work ethic.
- Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing Lean Manufacturing initiatives, resulting in measurable improvements in efficiency, productivity, and quality.
- Previous experience of leading and implementing Lean tools including 5S, Root Cause Problem Solving and leading Kaizen events.
- Experience of overseeing and managing ISO accreditations.
- Proven change management experience.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and identify root causes.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and present confidently
- A formal Lean Six Sigma green or yellow belt qualification is desirable but not essential.
Benefits of Working at Record
If you are successful, you will join a forward-thinking organisation that is always striving to do better, adopting an empowering working environment that allows you the opportunity to grow and develop in your role and beyond.
As a Real Living Wage employer, you can expect to receive the following benefits when you work at Record UK:
- Life assurance scheme.
- Enhanced sick pay.
- Annual salary review scheme.
- Christmas shut down period with an ex-gratia half day on Christmas Eve.
- Access to an online employee benefits portal.
- Access to an extensive online training portal.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
- Bi-weekly fresh fruit delivery to head office.
- Free onsite tea & coffee making facilities.
Additional information
Hours: 40 hours per week.
Holidays: 33 days
Salary: Negotiable – dependent on experience.
Location: record UK, Hamilton, and occasional visits to other Record/Assa sites.
To apply send your CV and covering letter to recruitment@recorduk.co.uk with subject heading Quality & Improvement Manager.
