RKW’s Quality Assurance division is looking to make a key appointment – to lead and drive our Compliance function.
Suitable applicants will have an extensive professional background in Manufacturing Regulations & Compliance – focused on both electrical and non-electrical items. Experience within household goods is a distinct advantage.
We are seeking an individual to assist with all the company’s activities from a Quality Assurance and Regulatory perspective and to support the company in meeting its quality and regulatory objectives.
Reporting to the Head of Quality Assurance and forming part of the QA Management team, your role will be predominantly focused on Compliance activities with key responsibilities in maintaining our regulatory requirements under the UKCA & CE Marking Directives for our products.
As we look to grow our business in different regions, you will need a hands-on approach and be flexible to differing regulatory needs around the world. If you have a go-an-extra-mile approach and want to play an instrumental role in the growth of the company, then you may be just the person we are looking for.
RKW is Europe’s leading distributor and manufacturer of small domestic appliances and housewares products. Part of the Sutton Venture Group, RKW was established in 1989 and has grown from strength to strength.
We have ambitious growth plans and seek an ambitious candidate to help us continue to succeed and help us achieve our vision for the future.
Responsibilities & Duties:
Lead the current compliance team ensuring that all tasks are completed within set deadlines and developing knowledge and skills of the team. Monitor progress of these tasks and support/mentor the team as and when required to meet targets. Represent SVG on Trade Associations and BSI committees. Ensure correct systems are in place to meet legal requirements of the various worldwide markets where our goods are sold. Support departments across the company in providing information regarding existing and forthcoming directives or regulations and their updates. Provide up-to-date advice to the Buyers and the wider QA team on compliance of products to BSEN/Worldwide standards. Knowledge of Right to repair & circular economy. Knowledge of European recycling standards and repairability/durability index would be advantageous. Take responsibility for signing off products to meet the regulated compliance requirements. Support the Quality team with the latest test requirements and processes from within compliance standards. Compile product technical files through to completion in accordance with national regulations for the countries where goods are placed on the market. Communicate with suppliers to request test certification and reports in order to complete full product technical files. Communicate and advise our sourcing team on certification requirements for our products. Take responsibility for the company’s Ethical compliance with knowledge of the Ethical Audit Process including experience with using SEDEX or equivalent auditing body. This list is not exclusive and support is expected with any duties within the department as dictated by the management team. Skills & Desirables:
Solid people management and coaching experience. A degree/HND in a related field with demonstrable experience. Experience of maintaining product technical files to comply with CE & UKCA marking directives. Experience in dealing with the OPSS, CCPC and European/worldwide authorities. Good knowledge of the UKCA & CE marking directives and other relevant worldwide product legislation. A strong track record with regulatory and quality assurance. Team player who is comfortable working as part of a small close-knit team. Good reporting and communication skills. Excellent attention to detail. Able to work under pressure, working to deadlines and targets using time management. Good communication skills via email and telephone. Familiarity with the following legislation: Aerosol Dispensers Regulations 2009 Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 The Pressure Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012 Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011 The UK Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (Product Security) regime Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013: Great Britain General Product Safety Regulation And other directives and regulations related to domestic consumer goods. Company Benefits:
25 days' annual leave (plus public holidays). Free parking on all sites. Staff discount on all our products. Employee Assistance Program. Refer a Friend Scheme. Training and development. Eye care allowance. Annual bonus scheme. Come and join us to celebrate 35 years of business – If you feel you have the right background and experience to carry out this busy role, we look forward to hearing from you, please apply now via this post - or direct to Recruitment@rkwltd.com *Notice to agencies. R K Wholesale Limited (the Company) will not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies, search firms, or independent agents for this available role. Resumes submitted without specific vacancy authorization and valid signed agreement in place will become the sole property of the Company. Therefore, no fee will be payable should a candidate be hired as a result of an unsolicited agency, search firm or independent agent's referral.*
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Lead the current compliance team ensuring that all tasks are completed within set deadlines and developing knowledge and skills of the team. Monitor progress of these tasks and support/mentor the team as and when required to meet targets. Represent SVG on Trade Associations and BSI committees. Ensure correct systems are in place to meet legal requirements of the various worldwide markets where our goods are sold. Support departments across the company in providing information regarding existing and forthcoming directives or regulations and their updates. Provide up-to-date advice to the Buyers and the wider QA team on compliance of products to BSEN/Worldwide standards. Knowledge of Right to repair & circular economy. Knowledge of European recycling standards and repairability/durability index would be advantageous. Take responsibility for signing off products to meet the regulated compliance requirements. Support the Quality team with the latest test requirements and processes from within compliance standards. Compile product technical files through to completion in accordance with national regulations for the countries where goods are placed on the market. Communicate with suppliers to request test certification and reports in order to complete full product technical files. Communicate and advise our sourcing team on certification requirements for our products. Take responsibility for the company’s Ethical compliance with knowledge of the Ethical Audit Process including experience with using SEDEX or equivalent auditing body. This list is not exclusive and support is expected with any duties within the department as dictated by the management team. Skills & Desirables:
Solid people management and coaching experience. A degree/HND in a related field with demonstrable experience. Experience of maintaining product technical files to comply with CE & UKCA marking directives. Experience in dealing with the OPSS, CCPC and European/worldwide authorities. Good knowledge of the UKCA & CE marking directives and other relevant worldwide product legislation. A strong track record with regulatory and quality assurance. Team player who is comfortable working as part of a small close-knit team. Good reporting and communication skills. Excellent attention to detail. Able to work under pressure, working to deadlines and targets using time management. Good communication skills via email and telephone. Familiarity with the following legislation: Aerosol Dispensers Regulations 2009 Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 The Pressure Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012 Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011 The UK Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (Product Security) regime Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013: Great Britain General Product Safety Regulation And other directives and regulations related to domestic consumer goods. Company Benefits:
25 days' annual leave (plus public holidays). Free parking on all sites. Staff discount on all our products. Employee Assistance Program. Refer a Friend Scheme. Training and development. Eye care allowance. Annual bonus scheme. Come and join us to celebrate 35 years of business – If you feel you have the right background and experience to carry out this busy role, we look forward to hearing from you, please apply now via this post - or direct to Recruitment@rkwltd.com *Notice to agencies. R K Wholesale Limited (the Company) will not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies, search firms, or independent agents for this available role. Resumes submitted without specific vacancy authorization and valid signed agreement in place will become the sole property of the Company. Therefore, no fee will be payable should a candidate be hired as a result of an unsolicited agency, search firm or independent agent's referral.*
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