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QA Operations Manager

ADM -
Lopen

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Job details

Qualifications

Analysis skills
Quality assurance
Bachelor's degree
HACCP
Team management
Quality control
Root cause analysis
Food safety
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

We’re looking for a driven QA Operations Manager to lead quality on the shop floor at our Lopen site. This is a high-impact role with full oversight of QA across manufacturing—ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical GMP and food/feed standards while championing a right-first-time culture.

You’ll lead a hands-on QA team, own batch release, and act as a key technical authority—driving quality excellence, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across operations.

Lead & Inspire

Manage, coach, and develop the QA operations team
Build a strong, accountable quality culture
Ensure proactive QA presence and real-time decision-making

Own Quality & Compliance

Act as the go-to expert for GMP and quality systems
Ensure adherence to EU/UK GMP and food/feed safety standards
Support audits and regulatory inspections

Batch Release & Quality Oversight

Lead batch certification and release activities
Review manufacturing and packaging records
Make critical release/reject decisions

Drive Improvement

Lead deviations, root cause analysis, and CAPA delivery
Deliver APQRs and identify performance trends
Use KPIs and data to drive continuous improvement

Collaborate & Influence

Partner with Production, Technical, Supply Chain, and Regulatory teams
Support new products, validations, and process changes

Develop Capability

Identify skill gaps and deliver GMP training
Build team capability and support succession planning

About You

Strong knowledge of EU/UK GMP
Proven leadership experience in a regulated manufacturing environment
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, operational setting

Qualifications

Degree in a scientific discipline
4+ years in QA/QC within pharmaceutical manufacturing
2+ years in a leadership role
Desirable HACCP and food/feed safety experience

Skills & Abilities:

In-depth knowledge of EU/UK GMP regulations and guidelines.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent leadership and team management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement.
Proven track record of maintaining high-quality standards in a GMP environment.
Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Minimum 4 years’ experience in quality assurance or quality control in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, with 2 years’ experience in a management role
Experience of HACCP preferred

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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