QA/QC Head (Cosmetic Industry)

As the Head of Quality Assurance & Quality Control in the cosmetics industry, your role is crucial in establishing, implementing, and maintaining quality management systems throughout the manufacturing value chain. You will lead both Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) teams to ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and company standards for product safety, efficacy, and consistency. **Key Responsibilities:** - Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Management Systems aligned with cosmetic industry standards. - Establish and monitor SOPs for various processes including production, packaging, warehousing, and distribution. - Supervise validation and qualification activities for equipment, processes, cleaning, and method validation. - Drive regulatory compliance audits and oversee the closure of Corrective and Preventive Actions. - Manage risk assessments, deviation handling, OOS investigations, and focus on continuous improvement. - Ensure compliance with product safety, labeling, and claims regulations in both domestic and international markets. - Supervise testing of raw materials, packaging materials, in-process, and finished products. - Establish specifications, testing protocols, and acceptance criteria for all products. - Oversee calibration, maintenance, and qualification of laboratory equipment. - Ensure timely release of raw materials and finished products meeting quality standards. - Review and approve analytical test results, Certificates of Analysis (COAs), and stability studies. **Leadership & Strategic Functions:** - Lead, mentor, and develop the QA/QC team while fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. - Collaborate with regulatory bodies, certification agencies, and auditors. - Work with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth product lifecycle management. - Drive continuous improvement projects in quality operations. - Provide strategic inputs to management regarding product recalls, market complaints, and regulatory updates. **Key Skills & Competencies:** - Strong knowledge of cosmetic GMP standards, FDA guidelines, BIS standards, and international regulations. - Expertise in formulation, stability testing, microbiology, and packaging validation. - Proficiency in quality tools and systems such as QMS, CAPA, RCA, FMEA, and Risk Management. - Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. - Effective leadership skills to manage cross-functional teams. - Excellent communication, documentation, and audit management abilities. **Qualifications & Experience:** - Education: M.Pharm / B.Pharm / M.Sc. in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Cosmetic Science, or a related field. - Experience: Minimum 5+ years in Quality (QA/QC) within cosmetics, personal care, FMCG, or pharmaceutical industry, with at least 5+ years in a leadership role. - Experience in handling regulatory inspections and certifications. This is a Full-time position located in Noida. Paid sick time is one of the benefits provided.,