Lab Compliance Manager

About the job
**Lab Compliance Manager**
**(Zoetermeer - fulltime)**

The laboratories at Nutricia NV belong to the Quality department and are responsible for the testing (microbiological, sensorial and chemical) of all produced batches, intermediates and raw materials required for quality control and release. The teams are composed by 18 analysts and two team leaders that report to the Analytical Governance Manager.

The labs are in a journey towards ISO 17025 accreditation. In this context, we are looking for a Lab Compliance Manager to be in charge of implementing and maintaining the lab quality system based on ISO 17025 in line with Danone Analytical Excellence requirements. The Lab Compliance Manager, reporting to the Analytical Governance Manager, will be the main point of contact for lab quality related topics and responsible for continuous improvement through audits, internal communication and collaboration with the wider Quality team and other stakeholders..

**Your main responsibilities**

As Lab Compliance Manager your responsibilities are:

- Developing, implementing and maintaining a laboratory quality system based on ISO 17025, in accordance with the guidelines of Danone Analytical Excellence;
- Identifying and correcting any quality or traceability gaps in laboratory protocols;
- Training the labs staff with regards to the quality system and related matters;
- Leading the program for the implementation of (new) methods and corresponding method verifications: coordinating the work, supporting execution and reporting progress so that the results are realized within the set time and the available budget;
- Supporting implementation of new LIMS
- Organizing and leading internal audits / supervising external audits;
- Monitoring quality indicators and reporting to management;
- Being the main contact with Danone Analytical Excellence and strengthening cooperation with the wider Danone lab network by sharing and exchanging knowledge and experience;
- Coordinating registration and handling of complaints and deviations, implementing corrective actions and ensuring that complaints and deviations are dealt with within the specified period;
- Providing guidance, expertise and explanations to customers and employees to understand and solve quality problems and issues;
- Optimizing the processes in the department to improve efficiency.

About you
We are looking for someone with a completed education preferably with a specialization in analytical chemistry or microbiology and proven experience in laboratory environment.

In addition, you fit this role perfectly because you are/have:

- Experience with ISO 17025
- Very strong quality mindset
- General understanding of LIMS systems
- Dutch & English fluent in speaking and writing;
- Strong communication skills
- Project management experience

About us

Working at Danone is a unique experience. It’s fast-paced and complex and, at times, it can get a little challenging. But it’s packed with opportunities to learn and grow working with some of the best-known brands in the world, like Evian, Alpro, Nutricia, Activia and Nutrilon. Bring your unique perspective, ambitions and entrepreneurial ideas to the table - the impact you could make might just surprise you. One Planet. One Health - BY YOU.
We’re proud to be a B-Corp certified company. That means we meet the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability in everything we do. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we base our hiring decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.*
- all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

**We Offer**
It’s an exciting time to join Danone as a** **Lab Compliance Manager. You’ll build meaningful relationships and networks working with large, dynamic brands. And the best part? You’ll be supported to grow an impactful career that you can be proud of. Together, we’ll build a healthier world.
All Danoners receive a complete package of benefits. This includes a competitive salary and yearly bonus, a premium free pension and great discounts on health insurance and Danone products. We understand the importance of flexibility and offer 30 days of annual leave (with the opportunity to purchase more).
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