Pulpex is a pioneering fibre packaging company delivering scalable, renewable packaging solutions. Their fibre-based, first-of-its-kind bottles uses cutting-edge innovation to drive significant change in the eco-packaging space.
In the UK, more than 38.5 million plastic bottles are used every day, with approximately 16 million ending up in landfill, being incinerated, or polluting our environment and waterways. The UK's 25-Year Environment Plan aims to double resource productivity and eliminate avoidable plastic waste by 2050. Companies like Pulpex are vital for delivering affordable, scalable solutions that support a more sustainable future for consumer goods and professional products.
We are now in search for a Quality & Compliance Manager to join the team. You will lead the effective delivery of our Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring all products meet legal, HARA, safety, quality, and BRCGS standards. This is a key leadership role reporting directly to the Site General Manager and working closely with the wider leadership team.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the Product Safety, Quality, and Compliance function, positively impacting product quality and process excellence.
* Ensure legislative compliance for product safety and quality and maintain an effective Quality Management System.
* Maintain BRCGS certification and oversee internal audits.
* Conduct supplier audits and manage relationships with third-party verification bodies.
* Oversee environmental monitoring, site hygiene, and cleaning systems to meet product safety standards.
* Support the development, review, and implementation of SOPs, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Represent the site on product safety, quality, and compliance matters to internal and external stakeholders.
* Support customer assurance activities, including product specifications and certificates of conformity.
Qualifications & Experience
* Food Safety & Quality Auditor Certification desirable.
* Experience in a BRCGS-accredited, multi-stage food or food packaging production environment
* Experience in a lean/continuous improvement environment.
This role is also applicable to QC's/QAs who are looking for a step up!
For further details, please apply now. Alternatively, email your CV to nafeel.mahmood@drnewitt.com