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Contracts and Regulatory Compliance Manager

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Contracts and Regulatory Compliance Manager | Preston | Full Time  | 8:15 am – 4:45 pm, Monday – Thursday and Friday on 8:00 am – 1:00 pm | Salary depending on experience

Our client is a world class UK based manufacturer and supplier of industrial laminates, composite materials and machined components.

They are focused on delivering a quality product portfolio, supported by great service, excellent response and best of all, over 155 years’ experience of getting it right.

Are you the right person for the job?

Experience in Quality, Environmental and H & S management systems
Experienced in document writing to support above systems
A good understanding of engineering processes and specifications
Experienced in improving systems with a speciality in environmental management
Proven team player
Customer-facing background
IT literate, in particular, Microsoft products
Commercially and strategically aware within similar or this industry
Attention to detail
Excellent communication skills
A full driving license is required
Be able to travel outside the UK
What will your role look like?

Continuation/retention of existing approvals - ISO9001/AS9100 and customer approvals
Improving compliance with customer requirements
Lead Internal / External / Supplier audits
Continuous improvement activity
Compliance checks and approval at the customer enquiry/order stage
Implementing and maintaining systems for regulatory compliance, e.g. ethical sourcing and export requirements
Provide training and awareness for all activities supporting compliance to customers’ needs and expectations
Maintaining and creating appropriate documentation required to evidence compliance
Monitoring all associated processes to ensure conformity and appropriateness
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