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Ash L.

Product Quality Manager

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United Kingdom

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I have been working in the paint industry for nearly 15 years now and i have found the most helpful advice is asking questions whenever you see the need. Not only do other people sometimes offer valuable insights into the work you are doing but they can maybe change you view when previously you have been certain of next steps or priorities. There is very rarely any downsides to asking for help or advice and the reward can be great. This works both ways and I always welcome of questions in regarding to the work I have completed for own brand products. Some of the greatest changes I've made have started off with a simple question.

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Career path

Product Quality Manager

Kingfisher Plc

Started 11/2020 to Present

Product Quality Engineer

Kingfisher Plc

From 09/2018 to 11/2020

Product Technologist

Kingfisher Plc

From 10/2017 to 08/2018

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What do you like about your job and the company?

In relation to Kingfisher own brand products, we look at a range of different categories and are able to look at new and innovative formulations to move into the own brand delivery. We are able to create products that meet key needs of the customer and following the Kingfisher sustainable guidelines we have been able to make products better for people's wellbeing too. Its always rewarding to see your new product launch in stores and getting positive feedback from consumers. The process is generally complex however working with the internal teams is easy and everyone is either willing to lend a hand or point you in the correct direction when you have questions.

Greatest achievements

I was part of the Evalux paint brand launch in Brico Depot France and created the specifications for the paint products which later arrived in store. The products are of a good quality, and we spent a lot of time perfecting the formulations, so they were optimised for the market. The collaboration with different stakeholders was excellent and everyone involved was keen on making these the best products possible for the cost price. The reception of the product so far has been good to see. Projects like these are interesting and means we can create specifications specific to customer needs.

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How do you ensure that junior employees contribute their ideas?
in Career Tips·Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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