Quality Excellence Lead

Quality Excellence Lead

Wat we doen

Bij Kenvue realiseren we de buitengewone kracht van dagelijkse verzorging. Gebouwd op meer dan een eeuw erfgoed en geworteld in de wetenschap, zijn we het huis van iconische merken - waaronder NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON'S® en BAND-AID® die je al kent en waar je van houdt. Wetenschap is onze passie; Zorg is ons talent.

Wie we zijn

Ons wereldwijde team bestaat uit ~ 22.000 briljante mensen met een werkcultuur waar elke stem telt en elke bijdrage wordt gewaardeerd. We zijn gepassioneerd door inzichten, innovatie en toegewijd aan het leveren van de beste producten aan onze klanten. Met expertise en empathie betekent een Kenvuer zijn dat je elke dag de kracht hebt om miljoenen mensen te beïnvloeden. We stellen mensen op de eerste plaats, geven er veel om, verdienen vertrouwen met de wetenschap en lossen op met moed - en hebben schitterende kansen voor je klaarliggen! Geef samen met ons vorm aan onze toekomst - en die van jou. Klik voor meer informatie op here.

Rol rapporteert aan:

Dir MAKE Q and C Lititz Site

Locatie:

North America, United States, Pennsylvania, Lititz

Werklocatie:

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Wat je gaat doen

Kenvue Lititz Plant develops and markets consumer healthcare, baby care, and beauty/skin care products for consumers and healthcare professionals, incorporating the latest innovations. Its portfolio includes trusted brands such as Listerine, Neosporin, Polysporin, Benadryl, Desitin, Johnson’s Baby Oil, Lubriderm, Aveeno, and Bengay.

The Quality Excellence Lead will drive quality leadership and mentor the Quality Assurance team through transformation initiatives and process excellence strategies. This role ensures integrity, timely execution of tasks, and accountability for compliance and financial metrics, delivering measurable improvements through projects and Continuous Improvement Plans (CIPs) aligned with the Kenvue Production System.

As a change agent, the Quality Excellence Lead will champion innovative, efficient processes and capability-building strategies to support site transformation and future vision. Responsibilities include developing and implementing New Product/Transfer Introduction strategies, policies, and programs that enhance quality, compliance, cost efficiency, and supply chain performance. The role requires monitoring key metrics to ensure new, transferred, and existing products meet Kenvue global standards, U.S. regulatory requirements (including 21 CFR 210 & 211), and continuous improvement goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Quality Frameworks: Develop and implement advanced quality improvement programs aligned with Six Sigma, Lean, and Design Excellence methodologies.
• Manage Team: Supervise quality team, assign work, conduct performance reviews, and design solutions to optimize processes and maintain high standards.
• Drive Audits & Inspections: Conduct data-driven audits and inspections using analytics to identify trends, ensure compliance, and foster continuous improvement.
• Analyze Deviation Data: Address quality deviations and process failures promptly, ensuring effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Mentor & Inspire: Guide team members, including Six Sigma belts, to adopt innovative problem-solving and promote a culture of quality and engagement.
• Collaborate Strategically: Partner with senior leadership to implement forward-thinking quality strategies that meet market, technology, and regulatory demands.
• Approve Changes: Oversee documentation and process changes impacting product quality, ensuring readiness for regulatory audits.
• Monitor & Improve: Analyze production deviations and trends to drive improvement initiatives.
• Train & Educate: Support creation of site-wide GMP training to reinforce compliance and quality awareness.

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical/scientific field.
• At least 6 years of experience in a GMP product manufacturing environment, with strong knowledge of quality, compliance, supply chain, and manufacturing operations
• Strong foundation in analytical and strategic thinking.
• Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams using a collaborative leadership style.
• Proficiency in relevant technology and software for quality management and process improvement
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Up to 10% travel

Desired Qualifications

• Proficiency in leveraging modern quality management tools, applications, and software to drive decision-making and operational improvements.
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire teams to embrace change and pursue excellence through creative methodologies.
• Experience in coaching and developing talent is preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing quality systems design, regulatory compliance, and process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma and Lean.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills capable of conveying complex technical information effectively to diverse audiences.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as required to support quality initiatives and audits.
• Track record of innovative process enhancements.
• ASQ CQA, CQE or CQM certification is preferred

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what's in it for you

$110,500.00 - $156,000.00

Hierbij wordt rekening gehouden met een aantal factoren, waaronder de werklocatie, de vaardigheden, ervaring, opleidingsniveau van de kandidaat & andere werkgerelateerde factoren.

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