Job Description

About this Position

• The Lab Manager is responsible for the overall management of the Quality Laboratory. This role ensures testing activities are carried out accurately, on time, and in compliance with company requirements and cosmetic regulations.
• The Lab Manager leads the lab team, improves testing processes, and works closely with R&D, Production, and Quality teams to support product quality and safety.

What you´ll do

• Follow cosmetic regulations and company policies to ensure all laboratory work meets quality and safety requirements.
• Set up and improve testing procedures to ensure the quality of raw materials, packaging materials, semi-finished products, and finished products meets company and regulatory standards.
• Manage laboratory operations, including testing equipment, instruments, reagents, and reference materials, to ensure reliable testing results.
• Ensure all test results are accurate, complete, and traceable, and maintain proper testing records.
• Investigate abnormal test results, identify root causes, and work with suppliers, contractors, and internal teams to implement corrective actions and improvements.
• Support and monitor production quality, evaluate quality issues, and review investigation reports and rework plans from production teams or suppliers.
• Participate in product and manufacturing change assessments and validation activities.
• Provide quality-related training to production teams, suppliers, and external partners when needed.

What makes you a good fit

• Education:
• - Associate degree or above in Cosmetics, Pharmacy, Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related fields.
• Experience:
• - At least 3 years of experience in laboratory testing or laboratory management.
• - Experience leading or supervising a team is preferred.
• Technical Skills:
• - Good knowledge of cosmetic physical and chemical testing, packaging testing, finished product testing, and microbiological testing.
• - Familiar with common laboratory instruments and equipment.
• - Able to develop testing procedures and solve testing-related issues independently.
• Leadership & Communication:
• - Good leadership and team management skills.
• - Strong communication and coordination skills.
• - Responsible, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure.
• Documentation & Reporting:
• - Able to prepare testing reports, laboratory documents, and audit reports.
• - Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• - ISO 9001 Internal Auditor, ISO 22716 Internal Auditor, or other related quality certifications are a plus.

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• 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.