Lead quality-control laboratory teams and strengthen product quality, compliance, the laboratory QMS and continuous improvement. Requires a relevant higher-education qualification, substantial QC or Quality Management experience and strong people leadership.
The role
As QC Manager at our client company in Zeewolde, Flevoland, you will lead several quality-control laboratory teams. You will work with them to ensure reliable analyses and oversee product quality and shelf life.
You will coordinate team leaders and staff, set priorities, allocate workloads and help maintain a safe working environment. Regular team meetings and a visible presence in the laboratories will help you monitor day-to-day processes.
You will be responsible for the laboratory QMS and strengthening compliance. You will ensure deviations and CAPA actions are followed up on time, turn quality strategies into practical objectives and improvement plans, and work with other departments on product development.
What you bring
- A relevant higher-education qualification, such as HBO or university-level study, or a PhD, in chemistry, laboratory science or a related field.
- Extensive experience as a QC Manager or Quality Manager in the food industry or a comparable regulated production environment.
- Proven leadership and people-management experience, including leading teams with different personalities and educational backgrounds.
- Clear communication with employees at different education levels, and confidence in making decisions about staffing and workload allocation.
- A positive, down-to-earth approach, organizational awareness and diplomatic judgement.
What is offered
- A challenging management role with scope for further development.
- A market-aligned salary and a good benefits package.
- A study budget, the option to purchase additional leave, and a focus on work-life balance.
- The contract type, weekly hours and work schedule have not been specified.