QA Team Leader

Collins McNicholas Recruitment; Leinster; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established high-tech manufacturer seeks a QA Team Leader to oversee quality assurance processes and lead a team of QA Analysts. This role involves driving quality improvements, managing inspections, and ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience leading a team in manufacturing or QA.
• 3-4 years’ experience in QA systems and processes.
• Proficient in using quality tools and root cause analysis methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support QA Analysts across operations.
• Oversee QA inspections and maintain quality records.
• Investigate quality issues and customer complaints.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Tools

6W2H

UPS

Job description

My client is a well-established high-tech Manufacturer based in Newbridge, Co. Kildare and is seeking to hire to a QA Team Leader to join their team. This position plays a key role in ensuring their products meet high standards and reach consumers with quality and consistency. As the QA Team Leader, you will lead a team of QA Analysts and collaborate cross-functionally to drive quality improvements, manage inspections, and support compliance and audit readiness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support QA Analysts across operations.
• Oversee QA inspections and ensure quality records are maintained.
• Investigate quality issues and customer complaints, ensuring effective root cause analysis and CAPAs.
• Review and manage non-conforming material.
• Support internal audits (ISO 9001:2015) and site quality health assessments.
• Develop and implement training, documentation, and risk-based quality plans.
• Ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement and quality metrics reporting.

Requirements:

• 2–3 years’ experience leading a team in a manufacturing or QA setting.
• 3–4 years’ experience in QA systems and processes.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in using quality tools (e.g. 6W2H, UPS) and root cause analysis methods.
• Experience with ISO:9001 and data integrity principles.

Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and record-keeping.
• Analytical thinking with a systematic work approach.
• IT proficiency and excellent interpersonal skills.

If you would like more information on this role you can contact Gillian Nicholson

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