Transformational Quality Director, Personal Care - Remote Opportunity
Join Our Innovative Team and Shape the Future of Personal Care Products
We're seeking a visionary Quality Director to lead our Personal Care division in designing and implementing a comprehensive quality strategy, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving customer satisfaction. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our products, people, and the environment.
About Us:
At PLZ, we're committed to product stewardship, innovation, and strong ethical standards. We prioritize the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the environment. With over 2,500 aerosol and liquid products manufactured across the continent, we're dedicated to being the partner of choice for our clients and employees alike.
Job Summary:
The Quality Director, Personal Care will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of our quality management system, policies, and procedures to meet customer requirements and ensure regulatory compliance. This is a remote opportunity with 75% travel required throughout North America.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement a comprehensive quality management system for Personal Care products
- Build and lead a high-performing quality organization through coaching, development, and training
- Manage product quality inspection actions, resolve quality standard applications, and correct inconsistencies
- Lead team efforts in collecting, analyzing, and summarizing product quality results data and trends
- Provide training and development in problem-solving methods, Design of Experiments (DoE), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA), and Control Plans
- Track and monitor quality complaints/incidents, ensuring rapid root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
- Support LEAN/HACCP concepts and other company standard practices and procedures
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry, biology, or related science
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in personal care and/or food manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated track record of success in developing and implementing quality management systems
- Strong knowledge of personal care GMP regulations, including ISO 22716 and OTC requirements
- Ability to build effective stakeholder relationships to drive results and continuous improvements
- Lab equipment knowledge and use: HPLC, GC, and FTIR
- SAP or Oracle knowledge is a plus
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and bonus incentive programs
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Company-paid life and short-term disability insurance
- Voluntary benefits, including additional life, disability, and hospital/accident insurance
- 401k and company-provided match
- Paid time off and holidays
Join Our Team:
If you're a motivated and experienced quality professional looking to make a difference in the personal care industry, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your application today and take the first step towards a rewarding career with PLZ.
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