Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
QC Shift Leader
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About this position
About this Position
- As the “first line of defense” for production site quality, lead the QC team to monitor the entire production process (from raw material receiving → semi-finished product processing → finished product filling and packaging), ensuring compliance with GMP, ISO 22716, and national cosmetic regulations.
- Work closely with production supervisors, laboratory inspectors, QA, and other stakeholders to promptly resolve on-site quality issues.
What you´ll do
- Strictly comply with cosmetic regulations and company policies, diligently perform duties to ensure all related work meets quality and safety requirements.
- Establish and continuously improve inspection management systems to ensure quality control of raw materials, packaging materials, semi-finished products, and finished products in accordance with technical specifications and group standards.
- Develop laboratory management systems to standardize validity management (e.g., testing instruments and equipment, reagents, reference standards, samples) and ensure the reliability of quality control results.
- Ensure test results meet regulatory requirements, and that all inspection records are complete, accurate, and traceable.
- Organize analysis, evaluation, and handling of abnormal test results, and maintain relevant records. Discuss non-conformance analysis, propose solutions, and follow up on corrective and improvement measures provided by suppliers/contractors and the production department.
- Supervise production quality, determine quality issues, and review quality investigation reports or rework plans from the production department or suppliers.
- Participate in evaluation and validation of production and product-related changes.
- Provide necessary quality training for production departments, suppliers, and contractors.
What makes you a good fit
- Work Experience: At least 3 years of experience in cosmetic production or laboratory testing.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in cosmetic physical and chemical testing, packaging material and finished product inspection; familiar with common laboratory instruments operation and maintenance; able to independently develop testing SOPs and troubleshoot technical issues.
- Management Skills: Strong leadership and organizational coordination abilities; capable of effectively managing a lab team and driving cross-department collaboration; highly responsible and resilient under pressure.
- Documentation & Reporting: Skilled in writing test reports, lab management documents, and audit reports; proficient in office software (e.g., Excel, Word).
- Certifications: Relevant professional certifications (e.g., ISO9001 Internal Auditor, ISO22716 Internal Auditor) is preferred.
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- Comprehensive Group Insurance Scheme
- Annual Physical Examination
- Flexible Benefits cover for dependents
- Company Products Discount
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 26090790
Job Locations: China, Jiangsu, Suzhou - Wangdun
Contact information for application-related questions: Henkel.GCN.Recruitment@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.