TheRightTalent is seeking for a Head of Quality Assurance for a leading manufacturing company based in Sri Lanka.

Our client, a leading and well-established manufacturing company in Sri Lanka, is seeking an accomplished and dynamic Head of Quality Assurance to lead its quality function and drive a culture of operational excellence across the organisation.

This is a strategic leadership opportunity for an experienced quality professional who can strengthen quality management systems, ensure regulatory compliance, enhance manufacturing standards, and drive continuous improvement across all operations.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and oversee the organisation's overall Quality Assurance and Quality Control strategy.
Establish and maintain robust Quality Management Systems (QMS) in line with relevant international standards, including ISO requirements.
Ensure consistent product quality, process compliance, and adherence to customer specifications and regulatory requirements.
Lead quality audits, inspections, root cause analysis, and corrective and preventive action (CAPA) initiatives.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to minimise defects, reduce waste, and enhance operational efficiency.
Work closely with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other departments to embed quality throughout the manufacturing process.
Lead, mentor, and develop the quality assurance team.
Monitor quality performance indicators and present strategic recommendations to senior management.
Strengthen supplier quality management and customer satisfaction.

Candidate Profile

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Science, Quality Management, or a related discipline.
A postgraduate qualification or professional certification in Quality Management will be an added advantage.
Minimum 10–15 years of relevant experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment, including significant experience in a senior leadership role.
Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems, ISO standards, quality auditing, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Proven experience in leading quality teams and implementing organisation-wide quality improvement initiatives.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership capabilities.
A strategic mindset with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive a quality-oriented organisational culture.