Chemical Expert

As a member of a small and dedicated team, you will work under the direct supervision of the Board and the President. Your main responsibilities will include:
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You are responsible for developing and managing the chemical compliance strategy according to the strictest international regulations.
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You are responsible for the internal and external audits and certifications and for their proactive update according to the leather and watch industries needs and international regulatory requirements.
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You will be ambassador for AQC and its values
MISSION 1: Chemical Test
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Define and update the testing policy and control plans for all components (leather, textile, interior, glue, threads… ) of the leather bracelet.
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Management and promotion of regulatory compliance services for other products.
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Scientific management of AQC risk reduction programmes.
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Establishment and monitoring of the chemical testing budget.
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Management of non conformities, including investigations and associated action plans.
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Regulatory review of compliance documentation required from members.
MISSION 2: AQC audits
and certifications
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Define and update requirements and audit frameworks for quality certifications (ISO9001, AQC Labels, AQC bracelet manufacturers certification).
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Organisation and execution of laboratory visits.
MISSION 3: Process owner
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Development of processes related to chemical compliance and certifications
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Management and monitoring of processes efficiency
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Management and monitoring of performance, particularly through key performance indicators
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Reporting to Management
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Management of improvement actions or projects (audit reports, documentation, technical items, etc.)
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Management of non-conformities
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Management and updating of the quality documentation
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Any other tasks entrusted
Knowledge
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At least five years experience in chemical compliance in the leather or the textile industry
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Advanced degree in chemistry
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Excellent command of English and French
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Team management
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Project management
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Understanding of legislative and regulatory aspects
Skills
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Organising and preparing meetings and events
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Science communication for a general audience
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Synthetic oral and written presentation
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Ability to facilitate and moderate projects and meetings
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Solution oriented, initiative mindset
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Ease in relationships and negotiations with multiple stakeholders
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Team spirit
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Strong sense of management, organisation and rigour
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Analytical mindset
Work location: Neuchâtel, Switzerland.
Home office possible.
Please send your CV, cover letter and certificates.
Ruelle William Mayor 2 2000 Neuchâtel