The purpose of this role is to ensure that company procedures are compliant with current legislation, customer and business requirements, and that these processes are in operation and effective, ensuring products and services meet all requirements of cost, compliance and on-time delivery. The role is also at the forefront of the company’s activities to drive continual improvements; enabling us to continue to meet all current and future requirements as Chess continues its rapid growth path.
Chess Dynamics is a leading design and manufacturing business, with several sites across the UK. Our product range delivers capability to the Naval, Land and Security sectors with cutting-edge technology and services, ensuring innovation is at the heart of everything we do.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting the maintenance and continual improvement of the QMS to ensure that the requirements of BS EN ISO 9001 are satisfied at Chess Technology Companies;
- Conducting internal audits to monitor operation and effectiveness of the QMS and to facilitate continual improvement;
- Ensuring that appropriate corrective actions, resulting from recorded non-conformances, are implemented and effective;
- Development of QMS elements with process-owners including process, procedure & operating instructions;
- Working closely with the Supply Chain team - Responsibility for on-site supplier assessment & approval. Liaison with suppliers to facilitate the on-time supply of conforming materials and services from external providers resolution of issues with non-compliant product;
- Customer-facing liaison on Quality issues; to include customer witnessed testing both onsite and customer sites.
- Reviewing customer bids and contracts for Quality requirements and preparation of Quality Plans;
- Fault analysis and reports on customer returns;
- Sign off CofC in accordance with the relevant company procedures.
The successful applicant will possess
- Required for some UK and International travel
- Experienced in the management of a QMS within a design and manufacturing environment; preferably within electronic / mechanical defence industry using ISO9001, AQAP2110 QMS standards. (CQI or IRCA member desirable);
- Qualified to minimum HNC/HND or relevant equivalent (Engineering related discipline is highly desirable);
- A confident and credible communicator, able to interact plausibly in all settings within the business;
- Experienced in managing and conducting internal and supplier audits;
- Data driven, with strong analytical skills;
- Experienced in “8D” problem solving methodology within an SME and with suppliers, including use of 5-Whys and Ishikawa/Cause and effect diagrams;
- Able to create and develop clear and concise QMS elements including processes, procedures and work-flows. (MS Visio, JIRA and Confluence experience preferred);
- Able to work on own initiative and to facilitate effective cross functional cooperation;
- Full, clean UK drivers licence desirable;
- Required to pass SC clearance.
Person Specification
- Demonstrates our company values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence and Courage
- Highly organised and methodical approach, with an eye for detail
- The ability to work independently when required
- A flexible, conscientious, and diligent attitude
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and written skills
- A resilient and adaptable approach at all times
Interested in pursuing a career with us? Our benefits listed below:
Work life balance:
- 37.5 hour week
- Hybrid / flexible working arrangements
- Early finish on Fridays
- 26 days annual leave (including 4 Golden Fridays per calendar year)
Family & Wellbeing Standard Benefits – All employees:
- Group Pension Plan – up to 4% matched employer contributions
- Income Protection Scheme and Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Help@Hand Service gives you and your family access to 4 key services including; remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service, physiotherapy consultations
- Life Assurance Policy, including Bereavement Counselling and Probate Helpline
- Company Share Incentive Plan and Save as you Earn Scheme
- Group Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Wellbeing initiatives, including access to Aviva Wellbeing App and the addition of mental health support for all employees plus regular activities across our sites to support and promote wellbeing
- Regular Sports and social activities
- Employee discounts scheme (inc access to an additional wellbeing hub)
- Recruitment recommendation bonus
- Excellent Learning & Development opportunities
- Great working environment with free, onsite car parking across all our locations
Click here to apply now or alternatively, forward your CV and covering letter to recruitment@chess-dynamics.com
