Our client is a fast-growing multi sector speciality distributor of chemicals and raw materials to the UK Manufacturing Industry
They are now seeking a Process Lead Manufacturing. This position is site based in Redditch, Worcestershire and is a full-time permanent role working on a shift basis (Monday to Friday (8 hours a day between the hours of 6am to 10pm)) reporting to the Manufacturing Manager.
Job Purpose
Oversee the day-to-day manufacturing processing operations with respect to processing, stock management and health & safety requirements and support other functions within the warehouse.
Work with the Manufacturing Manager or Warehousing Manager to ensure all processing support for our client is provided.
Support the facilities to develop the capabilities for food and chemical processing and laboratory formulation activities.
Deputise for the Manufacturing Manager or Warehouse Manager in their absence with regards to manufacturing and warehousing operations.
Key Responsibilities
Processing
Oversee production processes implementing the correct regulatory framework
Manage stock levels in conjunction with the BSC
Carry out cleaning activities to maintain a high standard of Food, GMP and general warehouse hygiene
Write and review procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory and safety requirements
Support all processing activities
Assist in the planning production time to ensure customer needs are maintained and resource is allocated
Check finished records to ensure right first-time compliance
Managing warehouse and stock movements
Produce weekly and monthly stock reports directly relating to food and chemical processing activities
Ensure all packaging is available when needed
Taking photos, scanning documents and emailing
Facilitating stock audits
Record and maintain BRC and MHRA work instructions
Re-ordering consumables
Liaising with QRESH and H&S to maintain standards of Quality Management processes; health and safety, hygiene and security in the work environment.
Goods Dispatch
Arrange transport for finished goods including deliveries and collections
Liaising with customers hauliers to arrange collections, deliveries and detailed maintaining detailed records of these transactions in conjunction with BSC.
Health and Safety
Ensuring correct handling of materials
Checking MSDS for hazardous information to relay to appropriate staff
Ensure excellent food safety standards are met at all times
Safe loading & unloading of materials and finished goods
Raising near miss and incident reports
Applying strict segregation rules for the storage of food stuffs from chemicals
Identifying locations of raw materials and finished products
Checking receipt of orders against purchase order
Warehouse cleanliness
Training
Review their training requirements for new and existing processes and to ensure they remain compliant
Ensure training requirements through HR are completed
Qualifications and Experience
Manufacturing or warehousing experience to BRC, GMP or similar industry standards.
Clear written and oral communication skills
Attention to detail, particularly with respect to weights and measures
Ability to follow instructions
Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Professional telephone manner
COSHH and Risk Assessments
Hold own driving licence to allow flexibility to drive between sites when needed
Educated to degree level or equivalent experience (desirable)
A Forklift Truck qualification and valid license (desirable)
Knowledge of handling chemicals, as would a qualification in labelling and packing in accordance with IATA and ADR Regulations, although training will be provided (desirable)
Operating within a warehouse environment (desirable)
Experience within a customer service environment (desirable)
In return, our client is offering a basic salary of £30,000 per annum plus benefits (salary is negotiable and dependent on experience).
To apply for the above position, please send your C.V to Louise Roughley, Director at Atom Scientific Recruitment Ltd.
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