The Quality Manager is responsible for developing, assigning responsibility, implementing and monitoring the site Quality Plan. This includes delivery of training and execution of methodologies to enable the manufacturing site to deliver consistent, safe and effective products. Responsible for managing the site’s Quality Audit Program to ensure conformance with standards and Quality-related regulatory requirements. The individual will also leverage audit results and other data based Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities and reduce variation and waste.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent university degree) in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Engineering or related field.
At least 10 years of experience in Quality, Supply Chain or Research & Development
At least 5 years of experience in a Manufacturing/Plant Operations environment
At least 5 years of experience conducting and facilitating effective Failure Investigations, Corrective and Preventive Action, Notices of Deviation and Management of Change Documentation
Preferred Qualifications:
At least 5 years of experience in a regulated industry i.e. FDA, EPA or OSHA
Direct experience with active participation in an FDA or EPA inspection of a site is required.
Experience in a leadership position for hosting an FDA or EPA inspection is highly desired.
2 years using statistical tools such as Minitab, SPC
5 years of supervision experience
2 years of experience in a Technology Transfer role
Experience using SAP or other plant-related computer systems
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, we sell our products in more than 200 countries and territories under brands such as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom’s of Maine, EltaMD, Filorga, Irish Spring, PCA SKIN, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Speed Stick, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Science Diet and Hill’s Prescription Diet. We are recognized for our leadership and innovation in promoting sustainability and community wellbeing, including our achievements in decreasing plastic waste and promoting recyclability, saving water, conserving natural resources and improving children’s oral health through the Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures program, which has reached more than 1.4 billion children since 1991. For more information about Colgate’s global business and how we are building a future to smile about, visit www.colgatepalmolive.com.
