We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Quality Assurance Officer on behalf of our client, an import, warehousing and distribution business. As a Quality Assurance Officer, you will be focused on ensuring the safety and compliance of goods in accordance with UK and EU regulations. You will be dealing with toys and other children's goods; therefore, knowledge and interest in toy safety regulations are highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Ensuring all products meet UK and EU safety standards.
2. Reviewing and interpreting safety standards, regulations, and product documentation to ensure compliance with UK/EU legislation.
3. Maintaining and updating compliance records for all products, ensuring documentation is complete and up-to-date.
4. Preparing product safety reports and liaising with manufacturers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance.
5. Conducting internal audits and inspections to verify that goods meet the necessary safety standards.
6. Tracking regulatory changes and new guidelines, updating the buying team on any relevant changes.
7. Investigating safety incidents or product recalls and generating reports.
8. Actively engaging in the day-to-day activities of the business.
As a Quality Assurance Officer, you will have:
1. Knowledge or interest in toy safety regulations, standards, and testing requirements (e.g., EN71).
2. Prior experience in compliance, quality assurance, or safety management.
3. Strong attention to detail with the ability to interpret complex regulations.
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
5. Ability to work collaboratively within a team as well as independently.
6. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
7. Familiarity with product compliance databases or safety management systems is a plus.
8. Good problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Personal Competencies:
1. Proactive, meticulous, and highly organized.
2. Ability to work as a team in a small to medium company.
3. Passionate about ensuring safety and compliance.
4. Strong analytical skills and a keen eye for detail.
5. Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
6. Well informed about safety regulations and industry standards.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £28,000.00 per year.
The company offers on-site parking.
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