Chromatography Area Manager | AENOR Agri-food Laboratory
On-site in Madrid·Added 10 days ago
Overview
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
AENOR doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work on-site in Madrid
No relocation package mentioned.
You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English,.
The role
Are you a chromatography specialist looking to lead a strategic area within a reference laboratory? Do you want to take on a key role in quality assurance and food safety that impacts millions of consumers?
What you'll do
You will direct the Chromatography Area, supervising techniques such as HPLC, GC, GC-MS, and LC-MS, ensuring compliance with accredited methodologies and the quality of results.
Direct and coordinate the laboratory's Chromatography Area.
Supervise the execution of chromatographic tests and guarantee the traceability of results.
Lead the validation, verification, and optimization of methods.
Manage the maintenance, calibration, and performance of chromatographic equipment.
Train and support the technical team in advanced instrumentation.
Ensure regulatory compliance and participate in audits.
Propose technical and operational improvements to increase the efficiency of the area.
📚 Innovation and continuous improvement
You will drive the validation, optimization, and development of new chromatographic methods, as well as the incorporation of advanced technologies.
📈 Direct contribution to food safety
Your technical judgment will be essential to guarantee robust results that support the quality of the products that reach the consumer.
Experience
At least 7 years of experience in an agri-food laboratory or related fields.
Advanced proficiency in HPLC, GC, and mass spectrometry.
Previous experience leading teams, projects, or technical areas (highly valued).
Proficiency in ISO 17025 and accreditation criteria.
Regular participation in internal and external audits.
Rigor, organization, and attention to detail.
Technical leadership and clear communication skills.
Proactivity and a focus on continuous improvement.
Requirements
Education & certifications
Degree in Chemistry, Food Science and Technology, Biochemistry, or similar.
A Master's degree or specialization in chromatographic techniques will be valued.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
Intensive summer working hours, flexible compensation, childcare assistance, language training, laptop, per diems, and more.
The role
¿Eres especialista en cromatografía y buscas liderar un área estratégica dentro de un laboratorio de referencia? ¿Quieres asumir un rol clave en la garantía de calidad y seguridad alimentaria que impacta en millones de consumidores?
What you'll do
Dirigirás el Área de Cromatografía, supervisando técnicas como HPLC, GC, GC-MS y LC-MS, asegurando el cumplimiento de metodologías acreditadas y la calidad de los resultados.
Dirigir y coordinar el Área de Cromatografía del laboratorio.
Supervisar la ejecución de ensayos cromatográficos y garantizar la trazabilidad de los resultados.
Liderar la validación, verificación y optimización de métodos.
Gestionar el mantenimiento, calibración y rendimiento de los equipos cromatográficos.
Formar y apoyar al equipo técnico en instrumentación avanzada.
Asegurar el cumplimiento normativo y participar en auditorías.
Proponer mejoras técnicas y operativas para aumentar la eficiencia del área.
📚 Innovación y mejora continua
Impulsarás la validación, optimización y desarrollo de nuevos métodos cromatográficos, así como la incorporación de tecnologías avanzadas.
📈 Contribución directa a la seguridad alimentaria
Tu criterio técnico será esencial para garantizar resultados robustos que respaldan la calidad de los productos que llegan al consumidor.
Experiencia
Al menos 7 años de experiencia en laboratorio agroalimentario o afines.
Dominio avanzado de HPLC, GC y espectrometría de masas.
Experiencia previa liderando equipos, proyectos o áreas técnicas (muy valorable).
Dominio de ISO 17025 y criterios de acreditación.
Participación habitual en auditorías internas y externas.
Rigurosidad, organización y orientación al detalle.
Liderazgo técnico y capacidad de comunicación clara.
Proactividad y enfoque en la mejora continua.
Requirements
Education & certifications
Grado en Química, Ciencia y Tecnología de los Alimentos, Bioquímica o similar.
Se valorará Máster o especialización en técnicas cromatográficas.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
Jornada intensiva en verano, retribución flexible, ayudas a guardería, formación en idiomas, portátil, dietas y más.
About AENOR
AENOR is a Spanish certification and conformity assessment body, operating as a leading entity in testing, inspection, and certification services. It provides certification for management systems, products, and services, along with training, standards publication, and laboratory testing, serving a wide range of industries. The company is recognized for its role in generating trust and promoting quality, sustainability, and innovation across organizations.
- Industry
- Testing Inspection and Certification
- Founded
- 1986
- Employees
- 1,000–5,000
- Headquarters
- Madrid, Spain
- In Spain
- Madrid, Cataluña, País Vasco and 14 more
- Website
- aenor.com
Good to know if you are moving
- AENOR is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and has offices across Spain, including in Catalonia, the Basque Country, and Andalusia, offering opportunities in various regions.
- The company operates internationally, with a presence in Latin America (e.g., Mexico) and Portugal, which may facilitate cross-border career moves.
- Job openings often offer hybrid work arrangements, providing flexibility for professionals relocating to Spain.
- AENOR is a key player in the Spanish certification market, which can be valuable for professionals with expertise in quality, compliance, or auditing.
- The company supports professional development through its training campus and certification services, which may help career growth.
In their own words
About the company & team
At AENOR, we are looking for a Chromatography Area Manager for our agri-food laboratory in Madrid. You will be the person who sets the standard for technical excellence, coordinates chromatographic methods, and ensures maximum analytical reliability in an accredited environment.
You will support technicians and analysts, guaranteeing the correct execution of tests and promoting their professional growth.
About the company & team
En AENOR, buscamos un/a Responsable del Área de Cromatografía para nuestro laboratorio agroalimentario en Madrid. Serás la persona que marque la excelencia técnica, coordine los métodos cromatográficos y asegure la máxima fiabilidad analítica en un entorno acreditado.
Acompañarás a técnicos/as y analistas, garantizando la correcta ejecución de los ensayos y promoviendo su crecimiento profesional.
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