Quality Controller

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together! ACCOUNTABILITIES Monitors quality performance at the factory through laboratory tests and conducts spot checks during production run on SMD and conduct quality checks Monitors Product Quality performance against Compliance to Specifications and compile shift report and issues for escalation: Quality Team Lead Verify and sign off brand change over in accordance to procedure (ensuring line clearance for previous brand and confirmation of the next brand on the BOM) Guarantee that the quality requirements for customers / end-markets are met, ensuring that the Factory has the correct level of information and analysis to improve Product & Processes. Review and action SD’s graphs during line walkabouts on shift and advising line adjustment when required Review Specifications with PT/OP during change-over Conduct Menthol analysis during start-up Drive reduction of Non-Conforming Products by managing isolations during shift as well asensure isolated/ blocked product andprevious brand materials are labelled, is Monitor weevil traps to ensure risk is managed as per approved procedure; Ensure excellent housekeeping to avoid infestation risks Perform monthly Vista tests as aligned in Quality Assessment Tool Monitor incoming materials and outgoing FG to ensure and maintain product integrity and quality Support the innovation agenda in the area ensuring specifications are understood and met Ensure deployment and understanding of all Quality standards Process capability enhanced >> Improved Q2S and Q2C per machine/area/blend Ensure warehouses are monitored for climatic conditions in order to maintain material and product quality Ensure machines are constantly monitored and maintenance tasks are carried out to ensure accuracy on test results obtained Drive reduction of Man Coco and Customer Complaints per machine/ area level Any other duties as outlined by line Manager [wp_code title="Fluid Ad"] EHS Objectives Ensure Compliance with EHS requirements as communicated; Report all potential hazards to supervisor/EHS representative; Adhere to company EHS disciplinary procedures; Report all incidents / accidents to supervisor/EHS representative on day of occurrence; All identified Hazards reported to Line Manager within 24 hours (unsafe acts or conditions); Adhere to all company policies and procedures, as well as the Disciplinary Code and Guidelines; Ensure 100% attendance in all prescribed training modules, as well as ad hoc awareness programs; Understand the Company Accident / Incident Reporting and Investigation Procedure to ensure your own safety; Propose suggestions for EHS Improvements. EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE ESSENTIAL Experience Required Ability to communicate fluently and effec