QSHE Manager

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We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world's evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.

With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality. Committed to vision, we enable people to "see more and be more" thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods. Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world.

Position:

> To ensure compliance with group manufacturing and HSE KPI's ensuring operational process control requirements are in place and maintained, (local and group lab performance objectives policies and PCP's).

> To support the local and group sustainability objectives within the UK&I.

> To ensure group & local KPI's are achieved.

Responsabilities:

Product Quality and Compliance:

• Support compliance of RX lab products with Essilor Group Standards (Rx Referential)

• Ensure production of lenses meet regulatory, Essilor Group and Customer expectations
• Ensure effective training of all QC personnel to provide a consistent approach to inspection and validation of product, including market returns.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify and suggest recommendations for improvements to process and procedures to support continuous improvement in the business
• Follow global quality projects/ programs
• Support NPI and Group GE pilot activities when required.

QHSE Assurance:

• Responsibility for responding to employee HS&E enquiries, concerns and issues ensuring regulatory compliance and good practice
• Develop and implement local audit schedule to ensure compliance with group policies and guidelines.

Compliance QHSE:

• Responsible for specific safety regimes including supporting risk assessments
• Maintain accurate records of training and take actions to ensure that compliance training is up to date across the group
• Manage QHSE administration and coordination of activities as required
• Ensure that safety rules, regulations and Essilor guidelines are respected within the labs (e.g. EHS rules ISO 13485 14001 and ISO 45001).
• Compile and prepare reports and liaise effectively with staff at business locations as required.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• To work in line with duty of care to self/others and ensure Health & Safety guidelines are followed in line with company policy.
• To protect the health and safety of visitors / contractors / external providers brought to site and ensure relevant H&S guidelines are meant.
• To bring to the attention of the business hazards, risks, concerns, accidents or near misses.
• Comply with any local PPE requirements.

Environmental Responsibilities

• To work in line with in line with local and Group Environmental & energy policies and best practice.
• To ensure visitors / contractors / external providers meet relevant environmental procedures while on site.
• To bring to the attention of the business environmental hazards, risks and concerns.

Legal Responsibilities

• To work in line with in line with local and EU legislation.
• To abide by the legal compliance policy in the performing of these duties.

Candidate Profile

• GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths.
• NEBOSH General Certificate or working towards.
• Relevant experience working in medical device environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build strong working relationships and influence others.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong problem solving skills, 8D methodologies or similar.
• Ability to travel to other group sites where necessary.
• Solid experience with Group PMS (ordering) platforms, MS365, Excel and Word.
• Solid experience in ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 Management systems.
• Solid experience in Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• Preferred: General knowledge of Ophthalmic lenses.