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QUALITY EXCELENCE LEAD

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QUALITY EXCELENCE LEAD

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.  We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.

Role reports to:

Quality and Compliance Director MAKE

Location:

North America, Canada, Ontario, Guelph

Work Location:

Fully Onsite

What you will do

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

Quality Excellence Lead

This position reports into Site Quality Director, MAKE and is based at Guelph, ON, Canada.

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who we are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.  We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.

Role reports to: Site Quality Director, MAKE

Location: Guelph, ON, Canada

Travel %: 0%

What you will do

As a key member of the MAKE Quality Leadership Team, the Quality Excellence Lead will be responsible for driving continuous improvement (CI) initiatives and strategic quality programs at the Guelph site. The role plays a pivotal part in fostering a proactive quality culture and delivering site-wide excellence through program governance, audit readiness, change management, and KPI tracking.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead continuous improvement programs including Kenvue Operational Excellence (KOE)

  • Oversee quality performance metrics and KPI tracking/reporting locally, regionally, and globally

  • Support audit readiness through GMP gap assessments and remediation

  • Develop and deploy strategic roadmaps, OKRs, dashboards, and scorecards

  • Manage the Quality team's project portfolio and support change management initiatives

  • Participate in Quality townhalls, GEMBA walks, training, and global initiatives to enhance quality culture

  • Support Quality headcount, budgeting, capital planning, and oversight of new product introductions

  • Engage in site-level CAPA, Investigations (INV), Non-Conformance, and LIR reviews

  • Approve SOPs, support lab investigations, and contribute to site training programs

  • Provide site leadership updates and escalate decisions when needed

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or a related discipline

  • 5–7 years of relevant experience in Quality, R&D, or Production in the pharmaceutical, food, or water industry

  • People management experience

  • Strong SAP and general computer proficiency

  • Knowledge of GMP/GLP regulations

  • Experience in analytical and microbiology laboratories

  • Strong communication, collaboration, and decision-making skills

  • Ability to prioritize, solve problems, and manage multiple tasks effectively

Desired Qualifications

  • Lean or Process Excellence certification is an asset

What’s in it for you

  • Competitive Benefit Package*

  • Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!

  • Learning & Development Opportunities

  • Kenvuer Impact Networks

  • This list could vary based on location/region

*Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.