Job Description

Job Title: Compliance Manager

Location:

Newcastle-under-Lyme

Working Hours:

Monday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Salary: Competitive - Based on Experience

Company Overview

Advanced Packaging Ltd. is a leading manufacturer in the corrugated cardboard industry, delivering innovative and sustainable packaging solutions. With a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and environmental responsibility, we are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Compliance Manager to help us uphold and continuously improve our standards in compliance, health & safety, and customer project execution.

Role Overview

This is a multifaceted role that goes beyond compliance. The successful candidate will not only manage our audit and certification processes but also contribute to the front-end of customer projects, ensuring that packaging quotations and design drawings align with regulatory requirements and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance & Quality Management

Manage compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks including ISO, BRCGS, FSC, and FDA. Oversee and maintain the ABACA system, ensuring accuracy and readiness for all audits. Lead the preparation and execution of internal and external audits. Ensure health & safety compliance, conducting risk assessments and recommending improvements. Develop and update compliance policies and procedures in line with regulatory and customer requirements. Promote a culture of continuous improvement across all departments.

Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility

Monitor and report on environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives. Support the company's goals to reduce waste, increase efficiency, and meet sustainability targets.

Technical Packaging Support

Review and advise on quotations for packaging projects, ensuring accuracy, legal compliance, and alignment with standards. Provide technical oversight on design drawings, working closely with the design and production teams to ensure all packaging solutions meet specifications, regulatory guidelines, and customer expectations. Assist with technical documentation and ensure customer-facing materials are compliant and professionally presented.

Internal Collaboration

Liaise with production, sales, quality assurance, and design departments to ensure all elements of compliance are considered during new product development. Deliver training to staff on quality, safety, and compliance matters.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Proven experience in a compliance or quality role within the corrugated packaging industry. ABACA system proficiency is essential. Experience preparing and participating in ISO, BRCGS, FSC, and FDA audits. Working knowledge of sustainability practices and environmental compliance. In-depth understanding of health & safety regulations in a manufacturing environment. Experience reviewing and advising on packaging quotations and technical design drawings. Strong technical understanding of corrugated packaging materials and processes. Excellent organisational, documentation, and communication skills. NEBOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification is desirable.

What We Offer

A stable and forward-thinking work environment Opportunities for professional development and training A supportive team with a strong focus on sustainability and quality Competitive salary, based on experience Standard weekday schedule with early Friday finish
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person