This role is an Onsite Role: This role requires full-time presence at our Oxford, North Carolina office.

The Quality Systems & Compliance Engineering Technician will assist the Manager of QA S&C and will interface with Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and R&D to drive Continuous Improvement to our processes, systems, and products. 

The Engineering Technician will rely on Quality Standards & Policies for the Revlon Oxford Manufacturing Facility, located in North Carolina. 

The QA S & C Engineering Technician will audit and trend QS and make recommendations on implementing, coordinating, and improving the site quality system in accordance with applicable guidance, standards, and regulations.   

Basic Function 

• Trends and confirms implementation caliber for the Site’s Quality Systems, i.e. change control, Non-conformance process, Root cause and CAPA review, and supports the Site Management Reviews as established and maintained. Supports the performance of the Quality System in conjunction with the Manager of Quality Compliance.   
• Monitors Quality System trends and brings those systems in need of corrective action to upper management’s attention. Assures implementation of Corrective action as required, confirms effectiveness, and maintains documentation accordingly. 
• Reviews procedures and regulations in alignment with current facility practices and recommends follow up continuous improvement training as necessary. 
• Reviews Metrics for appropriateness / applicable to regulatory guidance and practices. Aligns those KPI/Metrics with daily and weekly activities confirming the metrics are supportive of Quality and R&D policies, procedures, and goals. 
• Supports the Manager for reporting on Internal Audits of the local factory. Further, to provide and track improvement and success in audit responses as recommendations for improvement are implemented.  Track the Internal Audit schedule and working with QC and Operations provide an internal audit response / tracker to identify status of improvement. i.e., track improvement plans and identify any lagging activity. 
• Support equipment qualification activities as needed within document review / tracking. Knowledge of Quality standards, FDA Guidance, QC Testing methodologies in support of equipment qualification activities. 
• Provide support to ship out new item samples to external support groups.
• Responsible in understanding compliance in accordance with regulations and standards such as but not limited to 21CFR 210, 21CFR211, 21CFR820, ISO 27716, ISO 13485 
• Responsible for review and knowledge of Revlon Global Procedures written to support the Global Quality Assurance Program. Industry specific FDA; Canada; Europe; Global markets. 
• Provide problem solving skills and expertise to drive solutions. 
• Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously. 

Required Competencies, Skills, Experience  

• 3-5 years industry experience 
• Proficient in the computer applications of Office suite: Word & Excel; Experience with Sharepoint systems; SAP general knowledge. 
• Hands-on knowledge of laboratory practices, microbiology, analytical exposure, quality control and quality assurance best practices, etc. Must have experience with GMP Manufacturing, Quality and Compliance: GMP/GLP or GXP and CFR requirements 
• Good written and oral communication skills to effectively reach all levels of the organization, including the ability to brainstorm solutions, monitor and provide recommendations for improvement. 
• Must be able to prepare and convey data analysis to manager and others within a group with clarity and accuracy. 
• Self-directed, complete routine tasks independently and be confident in making decisions, in consultation with management. 

Education: 

• Associates in the Sciences: Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering etc. 
• Or High School Education plus 5 years of Quality and Manufacturing experience. 

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Revlon is unable to sponsor or transfer employment visas for this role; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa support.

The base pay range for this position is $55,000 - $70,000 / year; however base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and geographic location. Certain positions may also be eligible for short-term incentives as part of total compensation.

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits. Employees are covered by the company-paid basic life insurance policy and company-paid short-term disability insurance (the benefit commences upon hire and allows for a portion of base salary for up to 26 weeks if you are disabled). Other benefits offered to employees include but are not limited to the following: long-term disability, supplemental life insurances, flexible spending accounts, critical illness insurance, group legal, identity theft protection, etc. Employees are also able to enroll in our 401k Retirement Savings Plan.

Employees will also receive 3 weeks of vacation, pro-rated based on date of hire for the 1st year of employment and twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Vacation will depend on role.

The Role:

Are you a skilled technician with a passion for precision? We're looking for a Manufacturing Technician to assemble, test, repair and refurbish cutting-edge instrumentation we are producing. Our product integrate lasers, electro-optic systems, 3D positioners and detection using high specification video cameras.  Instrument assembly therefore largely involves electronics box-build and optical alignment, and with sub-assembly components and full system build. Collection and strict management of data is also a key element of the role, as is involvement in Continuous Improvement tasks and projects.

What we’re looking for:

✔ Strong assembly skills with attention to detail
✔ Ability to work to strict deadlines
✔ Excellent communication and teamwork skills
✔ Commitment to Continuous Improvement and data accuracy

Key Responsibilities: 

Assembly and test of Mass Photometer instruments:

• Producing electrical harnesses
• Assembling electronic sub-systems
• Assembling and aligning optical components.
• Final Acceptance Testing (FAT) Test routines are bespoke to Refeyn, but clearly documented – training will be given.
• Producing equipment to detailed Work Instructions, assembly instructions and documented test routines.

Involvement at all stages of the wider operations and manufacturing processes, for example:

• To understand, design and implement lean manufacturing techniques to ensure the manufacture of both electronic and optical systems is well organised, straightforward to perform and provides an economical process.
• Work with bills of material, part procurement and stock holding to ensure forward planning and smooth running of the operations activities.
• Continuous improvement of operations facilities, tools and techniques. Having a continual focus on operations processes to increase productivity and reduce costs.
• Document protocols, in-process results, issues and potential improvements during operations activities. Archive of test results and tracking of key performance metrics.

Qualifications

University degree in relevant discipline or relevant industry experience

Skills & Experience required:

• Relevant industrial operations experience (approx. 3 years)
• Working in a laboratory environment requiring personal protective equipment (PPE) and handling of lasers and optics.
• Ability to assemble electronic subsystems, including fault finding (eg continuity testing).
• Experience of assembly of high precision and/or delicate parts, optics handling and use of lasers.
• Some experience of testing high-technology equipment prior to shipping.

Desirable:

• Experience of optical alignment using laser systems. Laser safety training to Class 4 laser use.
• Previous experience of assembling and testing scientific instrumentation.

Location:

This position is fully based on-site, 5 days per week in our Oxford office (Littlemore, Trade City)

Why work for Refeyn?

Compensation and core benefits

• We anticipate a salary between £30,000 and £36,000 for this role, depending on the candidate’s experience.
• 25 days annual leave per year in addition to bank holidays
• Up to 7% employer matched pension contribution
• Private health insurance from day one plus critical illness cover, income protection and life insurance
• Give as You Earn and Cycle to Work salary sacrifice schemes.
• Annual Company and Individual bonus scheme 

Family Friendly Benefits

Refeyn offers YellowNest Nursery Scheme to all employees once probation is passed, and new parents can benefit from up to 17 weeks fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, 4 weeks fully paid paternity leave, plus an annual allowance for emergency childcare.

Supporting your Development

All employees receive access to Linkedin Learning which offers thousands of courses to support their personal and professional development. We also run frequent training sessions on both hard and soft skills.

Creating an Engaging Culture

Refeyn supports hybrid working where the role allows and offers flexible start and finish times. We also have a subsidised weekly lunch for onsite employees and a vibrant social calendar which includes holiday parties and midsummer festivals plus an annual team budget for managers to plan team-building activities.

Values-Led 

Refeyn is committed to celebrating each other’s differences and creating a dynamic, driven and diverse culture where everyone can flourish. We are proud to have been awarded Committed Status by the Inclusive Employers Standard in 2024 and are working hard to create a safe and empowering environment for all.

We firmly believe that there is great strength in building teams with different voices, experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds so that we can continue to share the team workload and enable our customers to succeed, and we welcome applicants from all sections of society to join us on our mission to transform analytical workflows using the power of light.

Refeyn is proud to use anonymised hiring practices. Identifying information such as a candidate's name, email address, date of birth and photo will not be visible to the hiring manager when they review CVs.

This role is an Onsite Role: This role requires full-time presence at our Oxford, North Carolina office.

This position is responsible for sampling, inspecting, testing and final disposition of components and finished goods in accordance with department procedures and Revlon specifications. Use statistical sampling plans, measurement tests and developed organoleptic skills in evaluation of products. Assists with training new employees. 

The QC Department supports an active manufacturing facility. Materials are evaluated and inspected in the QC Laboratory and in Manufacturing. Sampling is performed in other areas within the facility.

This position is designated as 3rd shift and is required to be adaptable to working different shifts and Saturday/Sunday based on business demands and coverage requirements. 

Specific Duties:

• Sample, inspect and disposition components and finished goods in accordance with department procedures and Revlon specifications.
• Interfaces with other departments as necessary to obtain standards and/or specifications in order to properly evaluate incoming components and in-process finished goods.
• Document and report data in accordance with written procedures and Revlon specifications.
• Enters final disposition in SAP.
• Notifies appropriate personnel (supervisors, mechanics, and machine operators) to non-compliant parameters. Identifies suspect production.
• Prepares and ships new Finished Products and new components to R&D, Product Development and Marketing.
• Assist with resolving production line complaints when defective components are found during filling.
• Create and issue Quality Notification.
• Assists with training new employees.
• Audit manufacturing lines to ensure compliance to RPPS and documentation requirements.
• Follows Good Manufacturing Practices and safety requirements.
• Work independently with minimum supervision.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge & Skills Required: 

• Must have good math and organization skills
• High attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Aptitude for color and organoleptic evaluation
• Work independently with minimum supervision

Minimum Education Required:

• College degree in a science, technical or related business discipline preferred. In lieu of a degree, relevant experience may substitute for degree.

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 

• 0 – 3 years

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Revlon is unable to sponsor or transfer employment visas for this role; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa support.

The base pay range for this position is $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 / year; however base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and geographic location. Certain positions may also be eligible for short-term incentives as part of total compensation.

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits. Employees are covered by the company-paid basic life insurance policy and company-paid short-term disability insurance (the benefit commences upon hire and allows for a portion of base salary for up to 26 weeks if you are disabled). Other benefits offered to employees include but are not limited to the following: long-term disability, supplemental life insurances, flexible spending accounts, critical illness insurance, group legal, identity theft protection, etc. Employees are also able to enroll in our 401k Retirement Savings Plan.

Employees will also receive 3 weeks of vacation, pro-rated based on date of hire for the 1st year of employment and twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Vacation will depend on role.