Quality Lead
Location: Head office in Elland, West Yorkshire
Workplace type: Onsite
Reports to: Head of Group QSHE
A-SAFE is a global leader in workplace safety solutions, pioneering innovations that protect people, assets and infrastructure. We are looking for a Quality Lead to join our Group QSHE team and play a pivotal role in driving quality excellence across our operations.
The Opportunity
As Quality Lead, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of the Quality department, ensuring alignment with our ISO 9001-accredited Quality Management System. You’ll work closely with the Head of Group QSHE to deliver continuous improvement, maintain compliance, and support the successful introduction of new products into the business.
This is a hands-on leadership role that requires a proactive mindset, strong problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organisation.
What You’ll Do
- Maintain and improve the company’s ISO 9001 accreditation and Quality Management System
- Lead and manage the Quality department to meet company objectives
- Oversee the introduction of new products in line with quality standards
- Drive and monitor Quality KPIs
- Manage internal audit schedules and non-conformance systems (C.A.R)
- Implement and monitor problem-solving methodologies (e.g. ISHIKAWA, 8D, 5 WHY)
- Lead a team of QA Inspectors and Quality Engineers
What You’ll Bring
You’ll be an experienced quality professional with a strong understanding of ISO 9001:2015 and a proven track record in leading quality teams. You’ll be confident in generating and reviewing quality documentation and applying structured problem-solving techniques.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- ISO 9001 Lead Auditor trained
- Experience with Quality Control Plans, FMEA, FAI & NPI
- Strong problem-solving skills (ISHIKAWA, 8D, 5 WHY)
- Proven team management experience
- Collaborative and team-focused approach
- Excellent communication, influencing and coaching skills
We know some candidates hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the criteria. If you’re excited about the role but unsure you check every box, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join A-SAFE?
Since 1984, A-SAFE has been redefining industrial safety - from inventing the first polymer safety barrier to developing award-winning smart tech like RackEye and CONEK for real-time warehouse insights.
Every product is designed, manufactured, and rigorously tested at our state-of-the-art facilities in West Yorkshire, where we combine deep material science expertise with advanced injection moulding and extrusion techniques to deliver market-leading performance and durability.
From our UK roots, we’ve grown to 17 offices worldwide, protecting over 6,000 sites across more than 50 countries. Trusted by global leaders like Amazon, Coca-Cola, and BMW, we’re proud to set the standard in workplace safety.
At A-SAFE we put our values at the heart of the business.
• We Are Pioneers – Innovation is in our DNA
• We Are In It Together – Collaboration drives our success
• We Do The Right Thing – Integrity is non-negotiable
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. At A-SAFE, we value diversity and strive to create a workplace that’s inclusive, respectful, and accessible for everyone.
UK Benefits Include:
• 33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays), with buy/sell options
• Enhanced family leave & flexible start / finish times
• Company pension scheme with up to 5% employer match
• Subsidised gym, restaurant, free on-site parking
• Cycle to work scheme, Specsavers vouchers, long service rewards, EAP
• Professional development support
Ready to help us set new standards in workplace safety?
Click “Apply Now” to upload your CV and take the first step in your journey with the A-SAFE Group. We review every application carefully and will be in touch, whatever the outcome.
If you require the application in an alternative format or need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us at recruitment@asafe.com.