Regional Quality Manager Premix - US/Canada - Hybrid
Regional Quality Manager, Premix
Location - (US or Canada)
Hybrid
As a Regional Quality Manager, you will be accountable for overseeing and maintaining the ANH Quality Management System and Standards across North America and Canada, specifically for premix and solutions quality operations, encompassing both commercial and supply activities. This includes ensuring quality excellence across four production sites. You will provide the necessary infrastructure and resources to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, safeguard the right to operate, and support regional business objectives.
Candidate must reside in a commutable distance to a dsm-firmenich facility.
At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.
Your Key Responsibilities
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Member of the ANH global Quality & Compliance Leadership team, supporting definition of ANH Global Operations strategy, Global Annual quality plan and targets.
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Ensures Compliance with applicable laws, regulations, company policies and ANH requirements in the region, supporting Local Quality, Formulation and Regulatory functions.
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Plan, execute and maintain quality systems.
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Regional Business owner for Quality processes and tools to ensure alignment to the Global Standards in the region, continual improvement and support to the Sites as needed.
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Supports sites to maintain quality certifications as needed. Responsible for Regional or Country specific Quality management and certifications when applicable.
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Collaborates with regional QC laboratories to align on harmonized analytical methods and ensure consistent customer support Oversights and supports the Supplier Quality Management process including definition of specifications, qualification, monitoring, and performance review.
We bring
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A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers;
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A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;
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A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally;
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The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;
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A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome;
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Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity;
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A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things;
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An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future;.
You bring
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Master's degree in Agribusiness, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering or Feed/Food Technology or related field OR a combination of education and proven experience.
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Minimum 3 years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing quality systems in regulated industries (SHE / Security / ISO 9001:2000 /GMP / HACCP)
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Minimum 1 year of experience managing direct reports or cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.
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Highly developed analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills to navigate complex operational challenges.
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Project Management skills, with leadership and ownership mentality to represent the quality discipline on all levels of the organization. Project Management certification (e.g. PMP, Agile, Lean Six Sigma) is a plus.
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Desirable international experience or extensive experience working with global teams in remote or hybrid settings.
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Familiarity with sustainability practices in feed/food production is a plus.
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Willingness to travel regionally and occasionally internationally (up to 30% of the time)
dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.
dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.
About dsm-firmenich
As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.www.dsm-firmenich.com.
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