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Company Compliance Manager

Barnsley
1 week ago
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Lodestone Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and innovative manufacturing business, who are looking for a Company Compliance Manager to join their team in Barnsley.

This is a senior leadership role, reporting directly to the Managing Director, and is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced compliance professional to take ownership of quality, health & safety, and metallurgy functions across the site. You will be responsible for leading a small team, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with ISO and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage ISO9001, Health & Safety, and metallurgy functions on site.

Maintain ISO 9001:2015 accreditation and ensure compliance across operations.

Investigate accidents and near misses, implementing corrective actions promptly.

Develop and maintain Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).

Oversee quality control checks in line with ISO Work Instructions.

Manage metallurgical and laboratory functions, ensuring consistent quality and productivity.

Support supplier and internal quality documentation, including performance improvement reports.

Handle customer complaints and internal rework, ensuring swift resolution.

Lead inspection resources to support on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.

Manage calibration of all QC and manufacturing measuring equipment.

Review and update risk assessments and method statements, ensuring employee training and compliance.

About You:

Proven experience in compliance, quality, and safety management within a manufacturing environment.

Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and health & safety regulations.

Background in metallurgy and/or welding processes is advantageous.

Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Ability to influence at all levels and drive a culture of continuous improvement.

What’s On Offer:

A senior position with influence across a growing manufacturing business.

Opportunity to lead compliance, safety, and quality initiatives.

Salary = 50k.

If you’re an experienced compliance leader looking for your next challenge, apply today for immediate consideration.

Lodestone Recruitment are acting as an employment agency with regards to this position

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