Jobs in Blackwell

Managing the Quality Control and R&D department at the facility with overall responsibility for the facility’s raw material compliance, in-process and final product testing to ensure full compliance with the business needs, expectations and regulatory standards.

* To accept work from the Group Compliance and perform tasks according to instructions provided in Quality Management System procedures and Masterfiles associated with the department.

* Ensure all Quality Control records are maintained correctly and R&D reports are fully documented, completed and countersigned, as requested.

* Perform QC tests in which satisfactory training has been completed and recorded in company training records, when the business requires cover for laboratory personnel.

* Must comply with all Health & Safety, Quality Standards and Procedures established by the Company's Policies and act in accordance with the requirements of relevant legislation and any regulatory bodies at all times.

* Must understand and comply with the Company’s Health & Safety Policies and Procedures and implement these, at all times, to ensure both the employee’s own safety and the safety of those who may be affected by the employee’s actions or omissions.

* To develop both the laboratory and personnel to ensure that they are working within the guidelines of industry standards and guidelines and that tests are done in a timeframe to support production and release on materials.

Quality Information System:

* Must have a detailed awareness of the Quality Management System requirements relevant to the position as well as the potential effects of actions on the quality assurance process, with particular awareness of all quality aspects and requirements associated with output of data from the Quality Control and R&D functions and their compliance with standards as set out in the company Masterfiles.

* Demonstrate a high-level understanding of Quality Management Systems and be aware that information regarding the quality assurance process can always be sought at any time by internal or external auditors. Therefore, a high level of concentration based on attention to detail, accuracy, precision and it is important they are experienced to ensure decision making is appropriate for the role.

* All employees have a responsibility to highlight any possible quality improvement in their areas of activity.

Requirements

* At least five years’ experience from within a chemical / manufacturing environment with ISO 9001 certification.

* At least five years’ laboratory experience in a chemical / manufacturing environment.

* A level standard or equivalent to include at least one science related subject.

* Comprehensive knowledge of BSI and Industry standards including an In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001