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Head of Laboratory
The Quality GroupHead of Laboratory leading quality-control operations for The Quality Group’s ESN and More Nutrition sports-nutrition brands. Managing laboratory teams, analyses, compliance, resources, and continuous improvement.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in operational management of quality control laboratories, with a focus on analytical methods, laboratory processes, and compliance. Proven ability to lead teams, manage resources, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in a laboratory setting.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Laboratory ManagementPhysico-Chemical Analytical MethodsLeadership ExperienceLaboratory Information SystemsGerman Language Skills (C1)
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Hard Skills
Analytical MethodsLaboratory OrganizationResource PlanningMethod ValidationQuality Standards
Soft Skills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills
Tools & Technologies
Laboratory Information Systems
Industry Keywords
Quality ControlAccredited LaboratoryLean ProjectsDigitalizationCAPA Measures
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesTypeScript
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Responsible for the operational management of the quality control laboratory
- Technical and disciplinary leadership of the team leads for the physico-chemical laboratory and sensory analysis
- Ensure smooth laboratory operations with respect to quality, costs, deadlines and capacity
- Responsible for personnel, shift, capacity and resource planning
- Manage laboratory workload, prioritize analytical tasks and ensure timely release of results
- Establish and standardize efficient laboratory processes
- Responsible for modern analytical methods as well as the availability, qualification and maintenance of laboratory equipment
- Support method validations and the introduction of new technologies
- Ensure compliant laboratory procedures, support audits and implement CAPA measures
- Collaborate with Production, Quality Assurance, R&D and Supply Chain
- Promote a sustainable quality and safety culture
- Drive Lean and digitalization projects and develop relevant KPIs to monitor and improve laboratory performance
Requirements
What you’ll need- University degree in a natural science or equivalent qualification with extensive leadership experience in a laboratory environment
- Several years of experience managing analytical and accredited laboratory areas
- Solid knowledge of physico-chemical analytical methods and laboratory organization
- Experience with Laboratory Information Systems and relevant quality standards
- Strong leadership, organizational and communication skills
- German language skills at C1 level
- English language skills at B2 level
Benefits
Comp & perks- Attractive employee discounts on ESN & More products
- Flexible working hours and home office options
- Subsidies for mobility and fitness (e.g., Wellpass, Deutschlandticket)
- Company pension scheme
- Workation options and more