Job Description

At Lake, we're innovators - we bring thinkers together to make incredible things happen - delivering real value for suppliers and customers. In fact, it is at the heart of everything we do! We call it 'Ultimate Customer Value' and it's in our DNA.

Our transparent supplier and customer relationships mean unique and compelling sales propositions from concept to commercialisation. As a leading technical distributor of speciality chemicals and minerals, operating across five divisions, we distribute ingredients for pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, paints and coatings, corrosion protection, cosmetics and personal care, and other industrial market applications.

With decades of product and application expertise, combined with deep market trend analysis and regulatory knowledge, we help our suppliers and customers to succeed. What's more, through new product development, our customers benefit from significant commercial opportunities. And with agile manufacturing we provide a comprehensive end-to-end service of design and development, sourcing, conversion, warehousing, and distribution.

Not only this, but our specialist team and entrepreneurial culture means you'll always get innovative and commercially beneficial solutions that align with your goals.

Join us and share in our success!

Job Function:

Supports the QRESH Manager and the team to control the quality of products developed, manufactured, purchased and sold by the company.

Supports with Lake Manufacturing Services.

Duties:

Daily

Conduct and report on daily quality checks, testing, and recording findings for: Raw materials intake inspections In-production checks Finished products Quarantine control Allergen control Hygiene inspections Health and Safety Good Manufacturing Practices Ensure all areas meet food safety and quality standards Perform testing, analysis, and reporting of key quality activities as per the QRESH schedule: Pre-operation checks Equipment calibration Water sampling Environmental monitoring Prepare samples for off-site laboratory testing
Weekly

Support with reviewing analytical information and documentation for: Product onboarding Ingredient risk assessments Product release Certificates of Analysis (COAs) Investigate non-conformances and consumer complaints Assist with implementing corrective actions and monitor their effectiveness
Monthly

Support internal and external audits and traceability activities, including: FSSC 22000 BRCGS MHRA ISO 9001 Customer audits Pest Control Participate as part of the HACCP team and contribute to maintaining HACCP plans through: Productivity improvements Documentation updates Enhancing ways of working

Employee Health and Safety Responsibilities

All employees are expected to:

Exercise Personal Responsibility:

Take reasonable care of your own health and safety, as well as that of others who may be affected by your actions.

Follow Safety Procedures:

Work safely and adhere to the company's health and safety rules and procedures at all times.

Report Incidents Promptly:

Inform your line manager of any incidents that have resulted in or could potentially result in injury, accidents, or environmental harm.

Address Injuries Immediately:

Report any injuries sustained at work without delay and seek appropriate first aid treatment.

Collaborate for a Safe Workplace:

Cooperate with managers and other personnel to maintain a healthy and safe working environment.

Abilities & Skills:

Candidates have experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment. Knowledge of Food Safety & HACCP principles.

Motivated with the ability to work on own initiative

Competent in record keeping

Excellent organisation and communication skills

IT Literate

Have a can-do attitude and commitment to safety

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 27,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Redditch, B98 9PA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person