Quality Assurance Manager

Genuit Group; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Doncaster is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to oversee the quality of products in accordance with European and British Standards. You will manage the quality team, implement quality control programs, and ensure that all products meet specified standards. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a related field, experience in quality management, and strong communication and organizational skills. This role offers a full-time schedule and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

25 Days annual leave

Company Car

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay

Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free flu vouchers

Qualifications

• Graduate level in a plastics or quality related discipline or appropriate experience.
• Previous experience within a Quality/Engineering role is essential.
• Ability to understand and interpret product drawings, standards, specifications, and comply to test procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage the quality team including personnel responsibilities.
• Implement and monitor a quality control program within the department.
• Carry out audits to identify and document areas of weakness.

Skills

Quality control

Decision making

Coaching and training

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Graduate level in plastics or quality related discipline

Tools

Spreadsheets

PowerPoint

Job description

.Quality Assurance Manager page is loaded## Quality Assurance Managerlocations: Polypipe Doncaster Neale Roadtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: February 28, 2026 (22 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR102038Closing Date for Application:Friday 27/02/2026At **Polypipe Building Products,** our people and values sit at the centre of everything we do. We design and manufacture plumbing, drainage, ventilation and water management solutions used in homes and buildings across the UK.Part of the **Genuit Group,** we combine long-term stability with a culture built on teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement. We encourage fresh ideas, invest in development and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels like they belong.**Role Overview:** Managing the Quality Assurance team and being responsible for the overall quality of products released by the company in accordance with European Standards, British Standards, Internal Specifications and Quality Plans thereby preventing nonconforming product from reaching the next process stage.**Key Responsibilities:*** Management of the quality team including all personnel related responsibilities* Supervise, implement and monitor a quality control program and activities of the department* Carry out audits to identify and document areas of weakness within the company’s structure* Implement testing and inspection procedures of all products in production to ensure conformity with specifications and standards and recommend corrective actions where needed* Carry out sampling, testing and inspection routines to check product quality during a production process* Reviewing existing policies, drawing up and implementing plans to improve quality systems within the organization* Conduct quality control training of employees* Liaison with relevant departments to design improvements of products to maintain quality production* Maintain appropriate documents and reports of all product testing* Supervise lab technicians to ensure effective implementation of quality control procedures* Coordinate with customers and outside vendors as to product specification and deviations from standards prior to production* Consulting with staff to find ways of improving quality and working with training departments to put plans into effect* Carrying out assessments and reviews of change to gauge how effective they have been, and advising and guiding managers on quality assurance policies and systems* Responsible for ISO 9001* Monitoring and evaluating customer complaints & non conformance reports* Segregation, handling and rework of nonconforming product* Review corrective actions resulting from customer complaints and non-conformance reports* Submission of samples for audit to external laboratories* External assessments carried out by BSI, BBA, AENOR, SABS* Production / Quality meetings (each morning) – implementation of actions arising from these* Calibration control* Understand safe working practices within a manufacturing environment and maintain a safe working environment* Ensure a programme of continuous improvement in all activities**Skills & Requirements:*** Graduate level in a plastics or quality related discipline or have appropriate experience* Previous experience within a Quality/Engineering role is essential* Ability to understand and interpret product drawings, standards, specifications and comply to test procedures* Strong, effective decision making, organisational and time management skills along with a wide range of influencing skills and the ability to communicate with internal management and external customers* Experience of coaching, development and training of others* Computer literate and experience of using spreadsheets and power point* Strong planning/organisational and prioritisation requirements* Excellent people management, interpersonal and communication skills* Demonstrate core company values (Our Ways of Working)* Perform any other duties as appropriate within skills/competency level* Strong commitment to continuous improvement and sustainability practices* Can demonstrate the Genuit Group Trademark behaviours: “We work together”, “We take ownership” & “We find a better way”**Working Hours & Benefits:*** Monday to Friday, 08:30am - 17:00* 25 Days annual leave* Company Car* Contributory pension scheme - matched up to 8%* Life assurance* Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay* Save as you earn Sharesave Scheme* Cycle to work scheme* Free flu vouchers* Various health & wellbeing initiatives including complimentary occupational health on-site physiotherapy and counselling services* Staff discount on all Genuit Group products* Free on-site parkingHere at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group’s success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.At Polypipe we recognise the contribution our people make to our success and are committed to attracting talent from a wide and diverse pool.Our people are the heart and soul of our business, and we know that they are the key to ensuring our long-term sustainability, enabling us to be flexible and responsive to the needs of our customers and the wider construction industry, and we offer rewarding career opportunities to individuals who share our values and are passionate about making a positive impact.And that is why we are passionate about developing a culture of trust and innovation, one that values and celebrates the contributions of each and every team member. It is our people who will ensure that our success is sustainable, supporting each other and being flexible and responsive to the demands of our customers and the marketplace.