Compliance & Quality Technician

We are seeking a highly skilled Compliance & Quality Technician to join a reputable organisation based in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals experienced in regulatory compliance and quality assurance within the automotive or manufacturing sectors. The ideal individual will be committed to maintaining high standards and ensuring adherence to industry regulations.

Benefits of the

Compliance & Quality Technician

• Salary of £32,000 per annum
• 44-hour week with early finishes on Fridays
• Opportunities for career progression within a leading industry company
• Generous holiday entitlement, including bank holidays
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave policies
• Access to wellness programmes and Employee Assistance Programmes, including 24HR GP access
• Uniform provided
• Death in service benefit for added peace of mind
• Opportunities for overtime
• Support for continuous professional development

Duties of the

Compliance & Quality Technician

• Maintain Type Approvals and vehicle compliance records, ensuring documentation accuracy and currency
• Develop and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) whilst ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards
• Conduct internal audits to identify non-conformities and support corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Prepare compliance reports for senior management and assist with external audits and inspections
• Review and update policies and procedures in response to evolving regulatory frameworks such as ISO standards and GDPR
• Support risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate operational risks
• Deliver or coordinate staff training programmes to enhance regulatory awareness and promote continuous improvement
• Support process optimisation initiatives whilst maintaining compliance

Requirements of the

Compliance & Quality Technician

• Proven experience with type approval, homologation, or product certification in the automotive or manufacturing sectors
• Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems, specifically ISO 9001, and relevant compliance legislation
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and organisational skills
• Confident communication skills to effectively liaise with internal teams and external auditors
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and proactively contribute to continuous improvement
• Relevant certifications such as ISO Lead Auditor or CQI/IRCA are highly desirable
• Experience with CAPA systems, risk management tools, or regulatory reporting is advantageous

This opportunity offers a salary of £32,000 per annum with working hours from 07:00 to 16:30, Monday to Thursday, and 07:00 to 15:30 on Fridays.

The Compliance & Quality Technician is ideal for dedicated professionals passionate about maintaining high quality and regulatory standards in the automotive industry.

Contact Sam Tinkler, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Manchester and Greater Manchester today to discover more about this fantastic Compliance & Quality Technician opportunity.

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