Laboratory Quality, Health, Safety And Environment Lead M/F/X

Job Description:Laboratory Quality, Health, Safety and Environment Lead (M/F/X)Segment :Royal CaninType of contract :PermanentLocation :Aimargues near Montpellier, FranceEveryday Mars Incorporated takes thousands of decisions that are informed by laboratory data.It is essential that Mars Associates have access to laboratory data that is accurate, reliable and timely to ensure consumer and brand protection, to provide competitive advantage and to enable operational excellence.Laboratory Quality, Health, Safety and Environment Leadis a pivotal role in driving scientific integrity and ensuring Lab efficiency, while contributing to the well-being of pets everywhere.This role involves leading a team while implementing continuous improvement to meet strategic objectives.The Laboratory Quality, Health, Safety and Environment Lead is:Responsible for developing and leading the implementation, continuous improvement, and operation of the Quality Management System, and accountable for the Health & Safety and Environmental Management Systems.Ensure compliance with Health & Safety requirements in alignment with Mars Safety Standards and the laboratory H&S program and ensure Quality compliance with the Mars internal quality program and ISO *****.What profile are we looking for?Education and ExperienceMaster's degreelevel qualification in a relevant scientific or technical discipline.Recognized Quality certification specifically related tolaboratory quality management.Proven experience in developing, deploying, or implementing effective ISO ***** quality management systems within laboratory environments.Min. 3 yearsexperience in line management, demonstratingleadershipand team coordination capabilities.Practical experience in implementing or managing laboratory safety procedures and standards.Skills & Abilities:Strong knowledge of core processes involved in laboratory service delivery.Excellent communication skills, with proficiency in both written and spokenEnglishandFrench.Good working knowledge of ISO ***** and ISO ***** standards.Strong critical thinking and decision-making skillsWhat will be your key responsibilities?Regional Laboratory Quality, Health, and Environment Management System:Develop and deploy the MGS Regional Lab Quality Management system (QMS), to ensure conformance to the Mars Quality Policy, Quality Management Process (QMP), Mars Quality Laboratory Standard (QLS) and ISO*****Operate, maintain and continuously improve the Quality system in line with changing needsEnsure lab metrology, Including Proficiency Testing programs participation of the labLead documentation review for the labLead internal audit process for the labLead integrated Quality, Health and Environment management review for the RCA Regional Laboratory management teamObtain/maintain ISO***** accreditation of the RCA lab according to Mars compliance roadmapTrain the Regional Lab Associates to the QMS of the labEnsure of Health & Safety (H&S) compliance against Mars Safety Standards and local/MGS labs H&S programLab efficiency:Ensure implementation, validation, and continuous improvement of test methods, ensuring accurate results and adherence to quality standards.Ensure expert technical support, training, and mentoring to laboratory analystsEnsure efficiency and LEAN culture in the lab by optimizing processesPeople Leadership:Responsible for driving Associates engagement and professional development of direct reportsWhat can you expect from Mars?At Mars, we believe in a relationship of mutual trust, dignity and respect between our company and Associates that is more meaningful than the standard employer/employee relationship.As Associates, we can expect to be respected, supported and valued as individuals, to be treated fairly and equitably.You will work in a multicultural environment (more than 40 nationalities) and where your dog will be welcomed by more than 100 other Associates' dogs at the officeYou will work in a unique campus, which gathers more than 800 Associates working for: the international HQ, the French subsidiary, two laboratories, a kennel and a cattery with more than 200 cats & dogs, and finally the most important factory of the Royal Canin groupA unique and ideal work environment to become the leader in health through nutrition for cats and dogs#J-*****-Ljbffr