Ernest Jackson & Co Ltd exists to deliver the best tasting healthcare products to consumers. Unique to Mondelez international, Ernest Jackson has a locally managed Research and Development function whose goal is to develop the right healthcare products to meet the needs of the consumer and enable a competitive edge for the business.
As a member of the R&D department this role is expected to support R&D in the maintenance and creation of specifications and their supporting documents, including RMTS, RMAS, RMCTRs, QCRs/FPSs, Sevron, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, and some HACCP documentation. The role holder is expected to produce and maintain these documents in line with internal and external standards such as GMP, HACCP, ICH, MHRA, FDA, FSSC and health & safety guidelines and regulations.
The key responsibilities include controlling and maintaining existing, revised and new documentation in line with company and regulatory procedures, driving continuous improvement for the documents, and ensuring relevant processes for document management and control are upheld. The individual will liaise with technical experts to review and amend the documents as required. The role holder may also record specification data in databases as part of R&D digitization efforts and continuously look for improvements to processes and documentation.
The position holder will work in an organized manner, prioritizing and delivering stakeholder requirements within an environment of tight deadlines and competing needs. The position holder will also be proactive in anticipating upcoming requirements and leading document simplification and improvement initiatives.
How you will contribute
* Plans, organizes, and executes the processes for document management and control in line with company and regulatory requirements. Working with stakeholders to manage Risk Assessments, COSHH, material and product specifications, and other operational/procedural documents generated by R&D and setting the review requirements for them.
* Supports Development Scientists and other stakeholders by managing specification workflows, working through document amendments, updates and reviews and owning the timeline for document checking and approval.
* Supports the R&D compliance officer in digitizing R&D data, inputting into databases as required and guiding to do so.
* Works as part of raw material and other specification development groups to ensure timely completion of R&D work.
* Assists and advises to allow speedy resolution of any specification related issues. The role applies fundamental understanding to the analysis of information, implementing corrective measures when necessary.
* Capable of clearly communicating (presenting) details of workload, prioritization and improvement strategies to stakeholder groups and cross‑functional teams.
* Understands legal and ethical compliance responsibilities, raises questions and concerns when faced with potential issues and applies integrity in all aspects of professional conduct. All duties must be carried in line with all the relevant HSE regulations, SOPs, company policies and guidelines set out by Ernest Jackson relating to your employment, duties and associated tasks. These must be followed at all times with any and all deviations from process escalated appropriately.
What you will bring
* Advanced IT skills, including MS Office, especially Excel and Word
* Basic scientific acumen that can be applied to Food and Pharma manufacture
* Technical/Scientific education or background at degree level, or equivalent experience
* Well‑structured approach to work with good planning and organizational skills
* Ability to set priorities and make timely decisions
* Work effectively on own initiative or as part of a team
* Ability to work with meticulous attention to detail
* Working knowledge of operational and specification documents
* Evidence of Excel knowledge, integrating, ranking/prioritizing, and automating excel processes
* Strong communication and stakeholder influencing skills, capable of taking individuals on a journey
* Ability to inspire integrity and trust
* Self‑driven, self‑motivated, and able to manage personal workload
More about this role
This is a fixed‑term position for 12 months.
Relocation Support Available?
No Relocation support available
Job Type
Temporary (Fixed Term) – Scientific Administration, Science & Engineering
Equal Opportunity Employer
Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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