Quality Assurance Technical Manager
12 hours ago
Cheshire West and Chester
Quality Manager / Technical Manager Location: Cheshire Sector: Cosmetics / Personal Care / FMCG Manufacturing About the Role An established and growing manufacturer within the cosmetics and personal care sector is seeking either an experienced Technical Manager or Quality Manager to take a lead role in managing and developing the company’s quality systems, ensuring compliance with global standards and supporting high-quality production across all operations. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a proactive professional to take ownership of ISO and GMP frameworks, drive continuous improvement, and maintain technical integrity across manufacturing and product release processes. Key Responsibilities Quality & Compliance • Oversee and maintain quality management systems to ensure compliance with ISO 22716 (Cosmetic GMP) and related standards., • Lead internal and external audits, ensuring documentation, corrective actions, and follow-up activities are completed effectively., • Manage third-party and regulatory audit relationships, maintaining a state of audit readiness at all times. Quality Systems & Documentation • Maintain and control all QMS documentation including SOPs, work instructions, and quality policies., • Ensure technical records, test reports, and batch documentation are accurate, complete, and compliant with internal and external requirements., • Support process validation and equipment qualification initiatives to maintain manufacturing consistency and traceability. Technical Oversight & Process Management • Provide technical guidance to production teams to ensure accuracy in formulation, processing, and product release., • Investigate quality or process deviations, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)., • Review and approve batch manufacturing records, ensuring technical accuracy and adherence to GMP principles. Regulatory & International Support • Coordinate with regulatory and compliance teams to manage product registrations and technical documentation for export markets, including the Middle East., • Maintain awareness of international regulatory requirements affecting product safety and compliance. Key Skills & Experience • Proven experience in a technical, quality, or compliance role within the cosmetics, pharmaceutical, or FMCG sectors., • Strong working knowledge of ISO 22716 and GMP systems., • Experience in quality control, manufacturing processes, and batch documentation., • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a structured approach to CAPA and process improvement., • Ability to communicate effectively across departments, fostering a culture of quality and compliance. Preferred Qualifications • Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical/scientific discipline., • Certified Internal Auditor (ISO 22716 or ISO 9001)., • Experience working with digital QMS platforms or electronic batch recording systems. What’s on Offer • Competitive salary and discretionary bonus, • Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits, • Supportive, collaborative environment with genuine scope for career progression, • Opportunity to make a measurable impact on quality standards within a growing manufacturer Please send me your CV if you are interested and have industrial experience in either Technical Manager or Quality Manager in a manufacturing environment!