Interim Compliance Technologist

Job title:

Interim Compliance Technologist

Company

Pladis

Job description

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impactClick “Apply” to get started.Interim Compliance TechnologistCarlisle3 month secondment opportunityWhat will this role achieve?An exciting short term opportunity has arisen for a Compliance Technologist at our Carlisle site! The Compliance Technologist supports the Quality & Food Safety Compliance Manager and works closely with the Site Advisor to deliver compliance to legal requirements and to pladis standards of food safety, quality, hygiene, pest control, health, safety & environmental standards, through involvement of site activities, monitoring, auditing and providing advice.You will co-ordinate the compliance elements of raw material intake (ingredients and packaging) and be a key contact for suppliers, support the site in managing complaints, accidents, issue and incident prevention and investigations, and implement continuous improvements to the systems, processes and standards as advised.If you are looking for a learning opportunity to develop your skills and enjoy working in a constantly changing and developing environment then please get in touch!What will be your key deliverables?

• Maintain a good knowledge of the site and its operations, with a clear focus on food safety, hygiene, health and safety, environment and quality.
• Supports the site teams in ensuring compliance to appropriate GMPs and HSE Operating standards.
• Recognise and raise any issues or areas of concern where compliance is at risk. Review make recommendations and support implementation of appropriate changes and preventative measures.
• Carry out internal site compliance audits, to the approved schedule, to demonstrate adherence to standards and procedures that deliver high Safety, Quality and Environment standards.
• Prepare the site for central & external accreditation audits. Support the SCM during the audits and any visits (e.g. local authority, high profile and head office visits), preparing documentation and collating traceability information.
• Ensures all relevant documentation and site systems are in line with Compliance standards and all changes are optimally communicated in a timely and effective manner.
• Manage the compliance elements of raw material intake, including arrangements for testing, documentation, traceability and supplier review.
• Supports continuous improvement through identification of areas for improvement, involvement in projects and through support in issue resolution, driving a reduction in risks and ensuring best practice.
• Carries out appropriate Food Safety, Health & Safety, Product Quality, Environment, Hygiene & Pest Control training of site manufacturing teams.

Bring your experience.EssentialWe would love to hear from candidates working in our Carlisle factory who are keen to develop themselves and learn some new skills.

• A passion for driving forward best practice
• Ability to work and connect with key partners from a variety of functions
• Able to demonstrate an appetite for knowledge and personal/professional development
• Able to see opportunities to improve practices to deliver a tangible benefit
• Respectful and curious, but at the same time resilient and results-oriented
• Willing to go above and beyond scope of role
• Positive ‘can do’ demeanour
• Thorough and diligent with an eye for detail
• Proven track record to deliver against deadlines
• Confident with use of IT

Desirable

• Proven experience in a food manufacturing role with a bias on quality and/or safety
• Graduate in food related degree
• Level 3 Food Safety
• Level 3 HACCP
• Level 4 in either Food Safety or HACCP
• IOSHH Managing Safety
• Risk Assessment Training
• COSHH Training
• Behavioural Safety Training
• Auditing Skills
• UK Driving licence

What will the interview process be?

• 1st stage interview – on site

Our ValuesPurpose led – We’re energised and guided by our purpose to bring happiness with every biteAgile – We’re ever evolving, we never stand still, always improving for our customers and our consumers.Positive – We’re highly motivated optimistic, courageous, and we inspire each other to be betterResilient – We’re persistent in the face of setbacks, quick to adapt, learn and move forwardCollaborative – We gain strength from operating as one pladis, winning and succeeding togetherBest mix of ingredientspladis is an equal opportunities employer, like every great recipe we’re a thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to work that’s as diverse as our consumers and the communities we support, live and work in, all around the world. Where every voice is heard, and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives and new ideas help us grow and thrive.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform key job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy, you must have agreed to, and signed, our terms of business.
We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.

Expected salary

Location

Carlisle

Job date

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 03:49:47 GMT

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