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Compliance Officer - FMCG

Day shifts (7:00am-3:00pm) or late shifts (3:00pm-11:00pm) are available for this role, with a shift allowance paid for the late shift pattern.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a diligent and organized Compliance Officer to ensure our manufacturing processes meet all relevant regulatory and quality standards. This role plays a key part in supporting external audits, ensuring product traceability throughout the supply chain, and maintaining accurate records for regulatory compliance across all stages of production- from raw material intake to finished goods dispatch.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain and update compliance documentation and records in alignment with industry requirements/regulations (e.g., BRCGS, Customer Technical audits).Prepare for and support external audits (regulatory, customer, and certification bodies), including collating and presenting relevant data and records.Develop and oversee robust product traceability systems, ensuring seamless tracking from raw materials through production, packaging, warehousing, and dispatch.Work closely with procurement, production, QA, and logistics teams to maintain full compliance across operational functions.Conduct internal audits to verify compliance with internal procedures and external regulations.Identify and escalate non-compliance issues; work with stakeholders to investigate root causes and implement corrective actions.Ensure documentation procedures are followed correctly throughout the business.Contribute to the development and maintenance of the company's Quality Management System (QMS).

Qualifications and Experience:

Experience in a compliance, quality assurance, or regulatory role within FMCG or chemical manufacturing (preferably cleaning or personal care products).Experience in audit preparation and regulatory inspections.Understanding of product traceability principles and manufacturing documentation systems.Proficient with document management software, Excel, and ERP systems.Excellent communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills.

Preferred:

Experience with BRCGS or similar quality systems.Familiarity with sustainability reporting or packaging complianceCertifications in compliance or quality (e.g., Lead Auditor, GMP certification Read less

Quality Manager - FMCG / Manufacturing

Location: Thetford, Norfolk
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday

The Opportunity

An established manufacturer supplying products to both residential and commercial markets is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead and develop its quality and compliance function.

This is an excellent opportunity for a quality professional with a strong background in FMCG manufacturing, ideally within the chemical, cleaning products, household or related sectors. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining technical compliance, driving continuous improvement, supporting audits, and ensuring the highest quality standards are achieved across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the primary technical contact for quality and compliance matters.Lead and support external audits while planning and conducting internal audits.Coordinate and manage customer audits, ensuring successful outcomes.Oversee customer complaint investigations and implement effective corrective and preventative actions.Audit and improve systems against GMP and ISO standards.Manage incoming raw materials and components, ensuring suitability before production use.Conduct supplier reviews and assessments to ensure quality, consistency and ethical sourcing standards are maintained.Review and maintain technical procedures, policies and SOPs.Ensure all technical documentation is accurate, up to date and available on relevant customer and regulatory portals.Manage customer and compliance portals, ensuring timely updates and responses.Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.Support additional quality and technical projects as required.

Skills & Experience Required

Minimum 5 years' experience within a Quality, Technical or Compliance role.Minimum 5 years' experience within an FMCG manufacturing environment.Experience within the chemical, household, cleaning products or related industries would be advantageous.Strong knowledge of BRCGS standards and audit requirements.Experience conducting internal audits and supporting external audits.Understanding of COMAH regulations and associated compliance requirements.Strong risk assessment and risk mitigation experience.Excellent report writing and technical documentation skills.Experience managing controlled documentation and quality management systems.Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to proactively identify and address technical issues.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.High attention to detail and a methodical approach to quality management.Degree qualified in a scientific discipline is preferred.

What's on Offer

Opportunity to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business.A varied and influential role with significant responsibility.Collaborative working environment.Ongoing opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Apply Today

If you have a strong background in quality management within FMCG manufacturing and are looking for your next challenge, we would be delighted to hear from you. Submit your CV today for immediate consideration.

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Night Shift Engineering Supervisor - Redditch

Are you a Maintenance Engineering Lead looking to take on more responsibility? Are you looking for a role that offers a great engineering challenge? Do you want to join a company with great opportunities for progression? Then this opportunity with a household cleaning manufacturer is looking for you!

Responsibilities:

Lead Reliability Maintenance Schedules.To carry out root cause analysis on all significant lost time events, provide corrective actions and timeframes for completionTo encourage the use of continuous improvement to maximise plant and machinery availability, identifying solutions and delivering agreed actions.To assist in the facilitation of daily engineering handover, reporting on KPI's and outstanding works.

This list is not exhaustive and you will be expected to carry out additional duties where reasonable.

Requirements:

Management experience within an Engineering function.Experience working in an FMCG or similarly fast paced environment.Experience of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).In depth understanding of mechanical, electrical and logic control systems.

NB - This is a night shift role and requires flexibility according to business needs

If you are interested in having a confidential chat regarding the role please reach out to Chad Petersen at Smart4 Sciences.

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QC Technician

Location: Northamptonshire

Are you looking to build your career in Quality Control within a successful manufacturing business?

We're recruiting for a QC Technician to join a well-established manufacturer supplying high-quality products to global consumer markets. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a scientific background and laboratory experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

The Opportunity

As a QC Technician, you'll play a key role in ensuring raw materials, production batches and finished products consistently meet quality standards before release. Working closely with Production and other internal teams, you'll help maintain product quality while supporting the smooth running of manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out Quality Control testing on raw materials, in-process and finished productsRelease materials and batches against agreed specificationsInvestigate and record non-conformancesSupport batch rework activities where requiredMaintain accurate laboratory records and quality documentationUpdate internal quality systemsLiaise with internal departments to ensure products are released on timeMaintain high laboratory housekeeping and Health & Safety standards

We're looking for someone who has:

A strong scientific background gained through education, vocational qualifications or hands-on laboratory experiencePrevious experience within a Quality Control, laboratory or manufacturing environment (preferred)Excellent attention to detailStrong organisational and problem-solving skillsGood written and verbal communication skillsThe ability to work both independently and as part of a teamMust be flexible to occasionally work either the 6:00am-2:00pm or 2:00pm-10:00pm shift to provide holiday cover and support the wider team.

Experience within the chemical, homecare, household, fragrance, personal care or consumer products sectors would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Please note that this position does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the unrestricted right to work in the UK, as we are unable to support future sponsorship requirements.

What's on Offer?

Competitive salaryTraining and career development opportunitiesSupportive and collaborative team environmentStable, long-term opportunity with a well-established manufacturer

If you're looking to take the next step in your laboratory or Quality Control career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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QC Technician

Location: Brixworth, Northamptonshire

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Are you looking to build your career in Quality Control within a successful manufacturing business?

We're recruiting for a QC Technician to join a well-established manufacturer supplying high-quality products to global consumer markets. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a scientific background and laboratory experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

The Opportunity

As a QC Technician, you'll play a key role in ensuring raw materials, production batches and finished products consistently meet quality standards before release. Working closely with Production and other internal teams, you'll help maintain product quality while supporting the smooth running of manufacturing operations.

Key ResponsibilitiesCarry out Quality Control testing on raw materials, in-process and finished productsRelease materials and batches against agreed specificationsInvestigate and record non-conformancesSupport batch rework activities where requiredMaintain accurate laboratory records and quality documentationUpdate internal quality systemsLiaise with internal departments to ensure products are released on timeMaintain high laboratory housekeeping and Health & Safety standardsAbout You

We're looking for someone who has:

A strong scientific background gained through education, vocational qualifications or hands-on laboratory experiencePrevious experience within a Quality Control, laboratory or manufacturing environment (preferred)Excellent attention to detailStrong organisational and problem-solving skillsGood written and verbal communication skillsThe ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Experience within the chemical, homecare, household, fragrance, personal care or consumer products sectors would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Important Information

This position is based in Brixworth, Northamptonshire and starts at 6:00am.

Applicants must be able to reliably commute to Brixworth for a 6:00am start each working day. Candidates living locally or with access to their own transport will be best suited to this opportunity.

Please note that this position does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the unrestricted right to work in the UK, as we are unable to support future sponsorship requirements.

What's on Offer?Competitive salaryTraining and career development opportunitiesSupportive and collaborative team environmentStable, long-term opportunity with a well-established manufacturer

If you're looking to take the next step in your laboratory or Quality Control career and can commit to a 6:00am start in Brixworth, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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Night Shift Engineering Supervisor - Redditch

Are you a Maintenance Engineering Lead looking to take on more responsibility? Are you looking for a role that offers a great engineering challenge? Do you want to join a company with great opportunities for progression? Then this opportunity with a household cleaning manufacturer is looking for you!

Responsibilities:

Lead Reliability Maintenance Schedules.To carry out root cause analysis on all significant lost time events, provide corrective actions and timeframes for completionTo encourage the use of continuous improvement to maximise plant and machinery availability, identifying solutions and delivering agreed actions.To assist in the facilitation of daily engineering handover, reporting on KPI's and outstanding works.

This list is not exhaustive and you will be expected to carry out additional duties where reasonable.

Requirements:

Management experience within an Engineering function.Experience working in an FMCG or similarly fast paced environment.Experience of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).In depth understanding of mechanical, electrical and logic control systems.

NB - This is a night shift role and requires flexibility according to business needs

If you are interested in having a confidential chat regarding the role please reach out to Chad Petersen at Smart4 Sciences.

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Junior Regulatory Coordinator

Location: West Yorkshire

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 + Benefits

Our client is seeking a Junior Regulatory Affairs Administrator to join their Technical team based in Bradford.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-focused individual looking to develop a career within Regulatory Affairs. Working alongside an experienced Regulatory professional, you will receive full training and support whilst gaining exposure to a broad range of UK, EU and international compliance requirements.

This is a predominantly desk-based role and would suit someone who enjoys working with data, systems and technical information whilst supporting the wider business on regulatory and compliance matters.

Key Responsibilities

Support regulatory and compliance activities across a range of products and packaging formats.Collect, maintain and process technical and regulatory data to ensure compliance with relevant legislation.Assist with the management and maintenance of product and packaging information.Maintain internal databases and ensure information remains accurate, current and readily accessible.Support the preparation and completion of compliance documentation for customers and external stakeholders.Assist with the completion of technical questionnaires and customer information requests.Monitor and maintain regulatory records and documentation.Support the wider business by communicating updates relating to regulatory requirements.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.Confident using Microsoft Excel and other IT systems.Comfortable working with large volumes of data and technical information.Able to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks effectively.A strong communicator with excellent administrative skills.Keen to learn and develop within a regulatory and compliance environment.

Experience & Qualifications

A degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Regulatory Affairs or another scientific discipline would be advantageous.Previous experience within a regulatory, compliance, technical administration or similar office-based environment is desirable.Recent graduates with strong organisational and IT skills are encouraged to apply.Experience within manufacturing, chemicals, FMCG or another regulated industry would be beneficial but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

Salary of £28,000 - £30,000 depending on experience.Company pension scheme.24 days annual leave.Optional private medical insurance.Genuine progression opportunities within Regulatory Affairs.The opportunity to learn from an experienced regulatory professional.Flexible working arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful and growing organisation and develop a long-term career within Regulatory Affairs and Compliance.

To apply, please submit your CV for immediate consideration.

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Development Chemist

Household & Consumer Products | Redditch

An established and growing manufacturer within the consumer products sector is looking to appoint an experienced Development Chemist to support the creation and improvement of a wide range of household cleaning and home care products.

This is a hands-on role offering the opportunity to lead projects from concept through to commercial launch, working closely with production, quality, procurement, and commercial teams.

The Role

You will be responsible for developing innovative formulations, improving existing product performance, and supporting the transfer of products from laboratory scale into full manufacturing.

Product categories may include:

Surface and multi-purpose cleanersLaundry and fabric care productsDishwashing formulationsBathroom and toilet cleanersFloor care productsOther household and specialist cleaning solutions

Key responsibilities include:

Developing and optimising product formulationsAssessing and selecting suitable raw materials and ingredientsConducting laboratory testing, stability studies, and performance evaluationsInvestigating formulation and manufacturing challengesSupporting scale-up activities and production trialsMaintaining technical documentation and product specificationsEnsuring products meet relevant regulatory and quality requirementsMonitoring market trends, ingredient developments, and innovation opportunitiesWorking cross-functionally to deliver projects on time and within budget

About You

We're interested in speaking with formulation chemists who have experience within household care, detergents, FMCG, industrial cleaning products, or a related sector.

You will ideally have:

3+ years of proven formulation and product development experienceKnowledge of surfactant chemistry and cleaning systemsExperience in taking products from development through to manufactureUnderstanding of product stability, compatibility, and performance testingExperience supporting production and troubleshooting formulation issuesStrong project management and organisational skillsExcellent communication skills with the ability to work across multiple departments

What's on Offer

Opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing businessVaried technical role with genuine influence on product developmentCareer progression within a growing organisationCompetitive salary and benefits package

For a confidential discussion or further information, please apply today and speak to Rick @Smart4 Sciences

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NPD / Project Manager - Household - Worcestershire | Site-Based

A growing manufacturing business within the FMCG and consumer chemicals sector is looking to appoint an experienced NPD / Project Manager to support ongoing product innovation and development activity across its expanding product portfolio.

Working closely with the Technical Director, you'll play a key role in driving projects from concept through to commercial launch, ensuring products are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and to the highest standards. The role also offers the opportunity to lead and develop a small technical team while collaborating with departments across the wider business.

This position would suit someone who enjoys a varied and hands-on environment where no two projects are the same and where strong organisation, technical understanding, and stakeholder management are essential.

The Opportunity
* Manage the full lifecycle of new product development projects from brief through to launch
* Coordinate activity across technical, manufacturing, procurement, quality, packaging, and commercial teams
* Support formulation updates, product enhancements, and cost-saving initiatives
* Oversee manufacturing trials, pilot batches, and first production runs to ensure smooth scale-up activity
* Maintain compliance with relevant industry legislation and internal quality standards
* Ensure technical records, specifications, and supporting documentation are accurately maintained
* Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across products, processes, and operational practices
* Provide guidance and support to junior members of the development team

What We're Looking For
* Experience gained within FMCG, household products, cosmetics, detergents, chemicals, or a similar manufacturing environment
* Previous involvement in product development, technical projects, or formulation-led activities
* Strong ability to manage workloads, deadlines, and multiple stakeholders effectively
* Understanding of relevant regulations and compliance requirements including REACH, CLP, COSHH, and associated industry standards
* Confident communication skills with a proactive and solutions-focused approach
* Comfortable working within a fast-moving manufacturing setting where priorities can change quickly
* Knowledge of product trials, manufacturing processes, or commercialisation activities would be advantageous

Why Apply?
* Join a business continuing to invest in innovation and product development
* Work closely with senior leadership and contribute to key strategic projects
* Opportunity to make a visible impact within a collaborative and supportive team environment
* Genuine scope for involvement in continuous improvement and future product direction

Benefits
* Bupa EAP
* Death in Service cover from day one
* Digital health and wellbeing services
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Quarterly attendance bonus
* Internal incentive schemes

For more information or to apply, please send your CV to Rick Metcalfe @Smart4 Sciences.

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