Site Quality Operations Manager

Req ID: 2225

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

As a leader in consumer packaging, MM empowers customers with innovative, recyclable fibre-based solutions, advanced technologies and deep know-how. Its portfolio spans packaging, labels and leaflets, cartonboard, kraft papers and uncoated fine papers. With an integrated value chain and a presence in around 30 countries, MM supports customers’ brand and ESG goals – enabling people to live better lives on a better planet.

Our heart beats for talents - be one of them!

At MM, we are a global leader in consumer packaging, enabling people to live a better life on a better planet. Our Pharma & Healthcare division partners with some of the world's leading pharmaceutical and healthcare organisations, delivering high-quality, compliant packaging solutions in a highly regulated environment.

We are looking for an experienced Site Quality Operations Manager to lead our Quality function at our Bradford site. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining customer confidence and driving a culture of quality excellence across the business.

As Site Quality Operations Manager, you will provide leadership and direction for all Quality Assurance, Quality Control and Regulatory activities across the site. You will be responsible for ensuring robust quality systems are maintained, customer requirements are met and GMP compliance is embedded throughout the operation.

Working as part of the Site Leadership Team, you will help shape the quality strategy and support the continued growth and success of the Bradford site.

Your Role

- You will lead, develop and support the site Quality team, ensuring the effective delivery of Quality Assurance and Quality Control activities.
- You will hold responsibility for product quality release decisions and approval activities in line with customer and regulatory requirements.
- You will ensure compliance with GMP, customer requirements and internal Quality Management Systems.
- You will oversee customer complaint management, investigations, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- You will drive continuous improvement through the analysis of quality data, trends and performance metrics.
- You will lead site change control, deviation management and CAPA processes.
- You will support internal, customer and certification audits, ensuring ongoing compliance and audit readiness.
- You will work closely with customers, suppliers, regulatory bodies and internal stakeholders to maintain the highest quality standards.
- You will support new product introductions, validation activities and business improvement projects.
- You will contribute to the wider success of the site as a member of the Site Leadership Team.

Your Profile

- Significant experience in a Quality Management role within a manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
- Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Experience working within highly regulated industries, ideally pharmaceutical, healthcare, print or packaging manufacturing.
- A customer-focused approach with excellent stakeholder management skills.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical and decision-making capability.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

- Degree qualified in Science, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
- Minimum of three years' experience within a Quality Management function.
- Demonstrable track record of delivering quality improvements and business results.

Desirable

- Experience within the pharmaceutical, healthcare, print or packaging sectors.
- Internal Auditor qualification.
- ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification.
- BRCGS Packaging Lead Auditor certification.
- Lean or Six Sigma qualification.

Our Offer

- Competitive salary.
- Company pension scheme.
- Life assurance.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Employee discount platform.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
- Career progression within a global organisation.
- Free on-site parking.
- Annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment

Why MM?

This is an opportunity to join a global organisation where quality is central to our success. You will play a critical leadership role within a highly regulated manufacturing environment, helping to ensure compliance, support our customers and develop a culture of continuous improvement.

If you are looking for a role where you can make a real impact while working with talented colleagues across the business, we would love to hear from you.

#growingtogether

At MM, we believe our people are fundamental to our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute, develop and succeed.

Apply today and help us continue delivering quality excellence for our customers.

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Your Talent Advisor:

MM Packaging UK Limited

Sushil Kaur Suri

(44) 7807628687