QFS Plant Laboratory Manager

Where do you want to work?

Are you passionate about and ? At the factory (part of Danone Waters), we are looking for a to lead our laboratory operations and ensure reliable, compliant, and high-performing analytical activities at the plant level.
As QFS Plant Laboratory Manager, you will lead all laboratory and quality activities, ensuring the production of safe products in line with Danone standards and legal requirements. You will manage a team of five laboratory technicians, oversee daily testing, manage control plans, and optimize laboratory workflows to deliver reliable and timely results.
You will play a key role in driving a strong quality culture by ensuring robust non-conformity management and continuous improvement. Leading and developing a team of five, you will build capabilities, ensure proper training and qualifications, and foster an environment of accountability and continuous learning.
Reporting to the QFS Plant Leader and working closely with Operations, you will play a key role in engaging and aligning internal and external stakeholders, driving laboratory excellence, and ensuring full compliance with regulatory, food safety, and certification requirements.
A strong leader with the ability to drive performance and develop people
Structured and resilient, with the ability to work effectively under operational pressure
Objective and impartial, ensuring integrity of laboratory results
Passionate about quality, food safety, and continuous improvement
Fluent in English. Danish language skills are an advantage, but not a requirement

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science or a related field
5–10 years’ experience in laboratory operations (food, pharma, or similar)
5-7 years of leadership experience
Strong knowledge of ISO 17025, quality systems, and analytical methods
Experience with continuous improvement, audits, and digital systems (LIMS, SAP)
Strong stakeholder management, problem-solving, and communication skills

An opportunity to work in a purpose driven company
Career opportunities all over the world with 100.000+ colleagues across 140 countries
A strong value-driven team culture, we celebrate successes and enjoy social activities together
A competitive salary package incl. bonus
Workplace with strong focus on employee safety and well-being
Canteen with lunch, hot & cold drinks, yoghurt, fresh fruit and breakfast twice a week
Social events and team activities

Dedicated to bringing health through food to as many people as possible, we are a leading global food & beverage company built on four businesses: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition and Medical Nutrition.

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Do not share personal or financial information if contacted otherwise