Quality Control Manager – Medical Device Manufacturing

About the role

You will lead the quality function for a world‑class medical device contract manufacturer, directing quality engineers and inspectors while collaborating with engineering, manufacturing and service teams to set standards for raw materials, work‑in‑process and finished products.

Key responsibilities

• Formulate a strategy to foster a high‑performance culture with quality right first time suitable for a world‑class medical device contract and legal manufacturer.
• Coach and develop staff who support the quality function during the manufacturing process and drive a culture of quality awareness.
• Drive improvements to the quality system that ensures its suitability, adequacy, and effectiveness.
• Understand and ensure compliance with cGMP, ISO 13485, and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 regulations.
• Work closely with commercial and operations to build value with top key accounts and engage with customer quality representatives to implement short, medium, and long‑term innovation and improvement plans.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of 4 years experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry, with at least 3 years in regulatory compliance and quality systems.
• At least 4 years experience managing a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills alongside strong presentation abilities.

Required skills

• Knowledge of ISO 13485.
• Knowledge of 21 CFR Part 820.
• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

What we offer

• Financial & health benefits including healthcare allowance, insurance, pension, service awards and gift vouchers.
• Flexible working arrangements and additional leave based on seniority (up to 25 days after 10 years).
• Continuous development through company trainings, educational assistance and individual development discussions.
• Well‑being support via employee assistance programme, mental health webinars and onsite amenities such as free parking with electric‑car charging and a cycle scheme.