Junior Quality Lead 

Job title: Junior Quality Lead

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire

Salary: £28k - £33k

The opportunity:

ReeVR Talent are recruiting for a Junior Quality Lead on behalf of a specialist electronics manufacturer, delivering precision-engineered solutions for some of the world''s most demanding environments. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates with Quality experience within Electronics Manufacturing, who are looking to take the next step in their career and join a friendly, traditional business with a strong team ethos!

Key responsibilities:

• Maintain the QMS and improve where needed.
• Maintain ISO9001 standards.
• Lead & plan internal audits.
• Oversee quality control throughout incoming materials, production and finished goods.
• Manage non-conformances, investigations and corrective actions.
• Lead root-cause analysis and implement improvements to prevent recurring issues.
• Monitor quality performance, reduce defects and improve right-first-time production.
• Ensure inspection, testing and measuring equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.
• Manage customer quality queries, complaints and investigations.
• Work with suppliers to maintain quality standards and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Operations on new projects and process changes.

Experience required:

• Previous experience in a Quality setting, either within industry or studies.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and ISO 9001.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, inspection methods and quality standards.
• Excellent communication skills and a practical, hands-on approach.
• Experience with FMEA, Lean Six Sigma, internal auditing or new product introduction would be advantageous.

Just as importantly, we''re looking for someone who will fit into the culture.

You''ll be approachable and someone who enjoys being part of a team. You''ll have the confidence to challenge when necessary, but also the ability to build positive relationships across the business!

What''s on offer?

• Salary of £28,000–£33,000, depending on experience
• Working hours - Monday to Thursday: 8am–4.45pm, Friday: 8am–12.15pm
• Every last Friday of the month off!
• Friendly, close-knit working environment
• A stable business with excellent staff retention
• The opportunity to take ownership and make a real difference

If you''re a quality professional looking for a stable business where you can make a genuine impact, we''d love to hear from you!