Director of Quality Control (m/w/d)

Elanco Animal Health is one of the world's leading animal health companies. We develop and sell innovative products and services to prevent and treat diseases in pets and livestock. This is how we create value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders and society as a whole. With a long tradition in animal health, we help our customers to maintain and improve the health of their animals. As part of Elanco Animal Health company, KVP Pharma + Veterinary Products GmbH has been producing around 175 different medicines for more than 50 years. Our products, which cover the entire spectrum of pharmaceutical dosage forms, are sold worldwide. We are looking for a Director of Quality Control (m/f/d). The Director of Quality Control will develop and implement a periodical evaluation program to ensure the organization`s production operations, from raw materials to products, meet the quality, integrity and efficiency standards set by the organization. This position is an unlimited position.

Leads and manages the Quality Control department and its supervisory team

Conducts timely and constructive performance evaluations to support employee development

Handles disciplinary actions and employee terminations in compliance with company policies

Evaluates Operations production from a strategic level to ensure that products meet quality, integrity, functionality and other specifications and requirements

Collaborate with management and senior staff across production departments and roles to draft acceptable quality standards

Builds a high-performing organization, including the vision for the lab of the future

Coordinate laboratory related business planning and budget management

Implement and sustain lean QC Operational principles

Facilitates effective communication between production divisions and management

Assesses test results and approves recommended changes as needed

Reviews of quality control documentation, search as checklists, logs, and reports, for accuracy, effectiveness, and relevance

Conducts random inspections and quality control checks

Provides periodic reports on the status of quality control and executive leadership, and agencies when required

Ensure safe work environment that aligns with regulations

Performs other related duties as assigned

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biology, Microbiology or comparable field. Master`s degree is preferred

8 -10 years of related experience with at least 5 years as a quality engineer or similar role highly preferred

Several years of experience as a team leader or supervisory

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to train the staff

Thorough understanding of quality control standards and methodologies. So, strong understanding of manufacturing and production in the industry.

Excellent proven business acumen

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Professionalcient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Fluent in English and German, both written and spoken

Attractive remuneration and participation in an attractive bonus model

Interesting and varied working environment in a modern and growing global company in the pharmaceutical industry

30 days holiday

40 hours / week

Patricipation in health and fitness offers (“Hansefit”), as well as subsidization of a job ticket and bike leasing

Freedom for personal initiative and opportunities for individual further training opportunities

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