Quality Assurance Lead

Role Overview:

Head of Quality

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Leadership:

• Develop and implement a robust quality management system (QMS) for liquid products.
• Define and maintain quality policies, procedures, and standards across production lines.
• Build a culture of quality excellence within the organization.

Product Quality Assurance:

• Monitor raw material quality, in-process checks, and final product testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with R&D, production, and procurement teams to identify and mitigate quality risks.
• Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions (CAPA) for quality issues.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure products meet all regulatory requirements, including certifications and audits.
• Stay updated with national and international quality standards (ISO, GMP, FDA, etc.) relevant to liquid products.

Process Optimization:

• Analyze production processes and implement measures to minimize defects and improve efficiency.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Six Sigma or Lean principles.

Team Development:

• Manage and mentor the quality assurance/control team, fostering skill development and accountability.
• Conduct training sessions to ensure all staff understand and follow quality protocols.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Maintain accurate documentation of quality metrics, audit reports, and regulatory submissions.
• Present regular updates to senior management on quality performance and improvements.

Key Requirements:

Educational Background:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in quality assurance/control, with at least 3 years in a leadership role in the liquids manufacturing industry (personal care, cosmetics, or pharmaceuticals preferred).

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of liquid product formulation, manufacturing, and quality standards.
• Hands-on experience with regulatory audits and compliance.
• Proficiency in quality tools like SPC, FMEA, and statistical analysis.
• Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Certification in quality systems (e.g., Six Sigma, ISO Lead Auditor) is a plus.