Quality Compliance Officer

Quality Compliance Officer

Thetford area, Norfolk
Full time, permanent, day shift only

This is a hands-on role sitting within the Quality and Regulatory Compliance team, reporting into the Quality Manager.
You’ll be the go-to person for compliance across the operation, making sure every product can be followed from the moment raw materials arrive to the point finished goods leave the site, and that the paperwork behind it all stands up to scrutiny.

What the job involves

Keeping compliance records and documentation current and in line with BRCGS and customer technical standards
Getting the site ready for visits from certification bodies, customers and regulators, and being on hand during audits to provide the evidence and records auditors ask for
Building and managing traceability systems that cover every stage of the product journey, including production, packaging, storage and dispatch
Running a programme of internal audits to check procedures are being followed and regulations met
Spotting compliance gaps, raising them with the right people and helping get to the bottom of what went wrong and how to fix it
Partnering with procurement, production, QA and logistics so compliance is built into how each team works
Championing good documentation practice across the whole business
Playing an active part in shaping and improving the Quality Management System
What you’ll bring

A background in compliance, quality or regulatory work within FMCG or manufacturing
Practical experience of preparing a site for audits or regulatory inspections
A good grasp of how traceability works in a manufacturing environment and the documentation that supports it
Confidence with Excel, ERP systems and document management software
A methodical, organised approach, sharp attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly with people at every level
Nice to have

Hands-on experience of BRCGS or a comparable quality standard
Exposure to packaging compliance or sustainability reporting
A relevant qualification such as Lead Auditor or GMP certification
If this permanent opportunity interests you, please apply now or contact Lewis at Select Recruitment for more information
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed