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DS Smith

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior (5-8 years)
  • Ely
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AI generated summary

  • You should have experience in quality management, compliance standards, leadership skills, and a background in industrial operations to ensure effective quality systems are in place.
  • You will oversee quality and compliance standards, ensure regulatory adherence, conduct audits, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across various teams and processes.

Requirements

  • - Experience in a similar role within a quality function and experience of managing quality systems.
  • - Previous experience of working in an FMCG/Manufacturing (or similar) environment.
  • - Specialist for Quality and Security Compliance to ISO, FSC and BRC requirements.
  • - Excellent communication skills clearly and persuasively, orally and in writing to a varied, multilingual audience.
  • - A proactive attitude, with a continuous focus to resolve problems effectively, improve processes and performance.
  • - A competent IT user with experience of using Microsoft office suite.
  • - Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

  • Advising and assisting department managers/directors and other colleagues in planning, organising, controlling, and maintaining a secure environment for quality work.
  • Provide all the necessary Quality procedures related to the daily operation and the maintenance of the various sites.
  • Devise and implement Quality rules to manage the movement of work through the sites to meet client standards.
  • Set up and deliver Quality and training for all employees of DS Smith.
  • Ensure that all Suppliers are appropriately KPI tracked.
  • Understand the execution of works from the Quality and Security perspective and influence improvements to procedures.
  • Maintain the continuous improvement of Quality and Security procedures and rules to further increase quality and security and minimise potential issues.
  • Provide programmes of frequent Quality and Security checks in line with legislation, good industry practice and DS Smith standards.
  • Maintain good relationships and frequently exchange information with Quality and Security organisations and other experts.
  • Maintain the Retail Marketing Integrated Management System and arrange for internal and external auditing of the system.
  • Prepare and coordinate the compliance audits and the audit process, ensuring that audit recommendations are being implemented with agreed timescales.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Group Quality and Compliance Manager at DS Smith?

The primary responsibility is to ensure compliance with statutory and legislative requirements, including safety and environmental procedures, work practices, and guidelines related to Quality and Compliance across DS Smith Retail Marketing Group facilities.

Where is the Group Quality and Compliance Manager position located?

The position is located at the Ely site and is an on-site based role.

What industries should candidates have experience in?

Candidates should have previous experience in an FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods), Manufacturing, or similar environment.

What qualifications are preferred for this position?

Candidates should have experience in a quality function, managing quality systems, and be specialists for Quality and Security Compliance to ISO, FSC, and BRC requirements.

What specific skills are required for the Group Quality and Compliance Manager?

Excellent communication skills, a proactive attitude focused on problem-solving and process improvement, and competency in using Microsoft Office Suite are required.

Is a driving license necessary for this role?

Yes, a full UK driving license is required.

What are some of the key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include advising department managers on quality matters, developing quality procedures, implementing quality rules for workflow management, delivering training, maintaining the Integrated Management System, and coordinating compliance audits.

What types of benefits does DS Smith offer for this position?

Benefits include a competitive salary, discretionary bonus, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, car allowance, pension scheme, life assurance, income protection, sharesave scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, employee discounts, and cycle to work scheme.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours are 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

How does DS Smith approach diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

DS Smith aims to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce by creating a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and all candidates have equal opportunities to succeed.

DS Smith

Redefining Packaging for a Changing World

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

DS Smith provides innovative packaging solutions, paper products and recycling services with a commitment to sustainability and a circular economy. Our core purpose is to Redefine Packaging for a Changing World, and our expert teams work closely with like-minded partners to incorporate renewable resources for products that minimize our environmental impact, reduce complexity and increase profitability through supply chain optimization.

Benefits

  • Be Caring

    Be caring We take pride in what we do and we care about our customers, our people and the world around us.

  • Be Challenging

    Be challenging We are not afraid to constructively challenge each other and ourselves to find a better way forward.

  • Be Trusted

    Be trusted We can always be trusted to deliver on our promises.

  • Be Responsive

    Be responsive We seek new ideas and understanding and are quick to react to opportunities.

  • Be Tenacious

    Be tenacious We get things done.