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Quality and Laboratory Manager | Fragrance Sector

On-site in Barcelona·Added 4 days ago (last checked 6 Nov)

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Michael Page España

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Our summary

Salary: €60,000 - €65,000 a year
About €3,460 - €3,720 a month after tax, or €3,480 - €3,800 under the Beckham regime.
Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
Contract: Permanent
Spanish: Fluent
Experience: 5+ years
Education: University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

The candidate must provide:Education

Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, or related disciplines.
Specific training in chromatographic techniques.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality Control positions within the fragrance, aroma, ingredient, or cosmetics sector.
Consolidated experience leading technical teams.
Practical knowledge of gas chromatography (GC).

Skills

Leadership and ability to develop teams.
Analytical skills and a problem-solving orientation.
Effective communication and influence.
Organization and decision-making ability.
Orientation towards continuous improvement.

Requirements

Fluent Spanish.
Intermediate English (B2).
Knowledge of quality systems and ISO 9001.
Good command of Microsoft Office and management tools.

Nice to have

Experience in international environments is highly valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

SBA 60,000 - 65,000€ + variable.
Joining a leading international company in the fragrance sector.
Strategic project with high visibility.
Dynamic, innovative, and constantly growing environment.
Real opportunities for professional development.

The role

An important international company in the fragrance and aroma sector located in Maresme is looking for a Quality Control and Laboratory Manager to lead the quality area, ensuring the excellence of raw materials, processes, and finished products.

What you'll do

Main responsibilitiesQuality Management

Lead quality control activities for raw materials, in-process products, and finished products.
Guarantee compliance with internal standards and applicable regulatory requirements.
Manage investigations related to deviations, incidents, and customer complaints.
Define and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Drive continuous improvement projects oriented towards operational excellence.

Laboratory Management

Supervise the correct execution of physico-chemical and organoleptic analyses.
Guarantee the reliability of analytical methods and the correct interpretation of results.
Ensure the maintenance, calibration, and verification of laboratory equipment.
Participate in the improvement of analytical procedures and methodologies.

Chromatography and Analytical Control

Supervise and perform analyses using gas chromatography (GC).
Guarantee the conformity of raw materials and finished products with established specifications.
Collaborate closely with the Production, Development, and Industrialization departments.

Team Management

Lead, develop, and motivate the Quality Control team.
Set objectives, priorities, and development plans.
Conduct performance evaluations and training plans.
Promote a collaborative, demanding, and results-oriented work environment.

Relationship with Clients and Stakeholders

Manage technical inquiries and complaints related to quality.
Act as the reference interlocutor for quality matters.
Prepare technical reports and periodic reports for local and international management.

How you'll work

Location: Maresme (Barcelona).

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews

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Consultant contact
With a specialist Michael Page consultant
If they see that your experience and motivations fit the values and needs of a hiring company, they will contact you to start the selection process: they will learn about your expectations, answer your questions and help you prepare for each stage of the process.
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With a client company
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About Michael Page España

Michael Page is a global recruitment consultancy and part of PageGroup, one of the world's leading professional recruitment firms. The company specializes in placing mid-to-senior level professionals across a wide range of sectors, including technology, engineering, finance, sales, and human resources. With a strong presence in Spain, Michael Page operates offices in major cities and offers services such as executive search, temporary staffing, and outsourcing solutions.

Industry: Staffing

In their own words

About the company & team

An important international group specialized in the development and manufacture of fragrances and aromatic solutions for different markets is looking to incorporate a Quality Control and Laboratory Manager to lead its quality team in the Maresme area.

The selected person will be responsible for guaranteeing the quality of raw materials, production processes, and finished products, leading a technical team and actively participating in the continuous improvement of the company's quality standards.

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