QFS Plant Laboratory Manager

Healingpartnershipsllc; Brande; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus included

Pension & health insurance

Canteen with lunch

Social events and team activities

Job summary

Aqua d’Or, a Danone Waters brand, is seeking a QFS Plant Laboratory Manager to lead laboratory operations and ensure compliant, high-performing analytical activities at the plant level. You will manage a team of five technicians and drive continuous improvement across the quality system.

You will report to the QFS Plant Leader and collaborate with Operations to uphold food safety standards and regulatory requirements, fostering a culture of accountability and learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science or 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead all laboratory and quality activities at the plant level.
• Manage a team of five laboratory technicians and oversee daily testing.
• Oversee control plans and optimize laboratory workflows for reliable results.
• Drive non-conformity management and continuous improvement.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure regulatory and certification compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Quality mindset

Communication

Continuous improvement

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science or related field

Tools

LIMS

SAP

ISO 17025

Job description

Short Intro and About the Job

Are you passionate about quality and food safety? At the Aqua d’Or factory (part of Danone Waters), we are looking for a QFS Plant Laboratory Manager to lead our laboratory operations and ensure reliable, compliant, and high-performing analytical activities at the plant level.

About the Role 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.

About You

Who You Are

• 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

Your Profile

• 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

About Us, We offer and What's next

We offer

• 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
• Pension & health insurance
• 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

About us Working at Aqua d’Or is a unique experience. It’s fast-paced and complex and, at times, it can get a little challenging. But it’s packed with opportunities to learn and grow while working with some of the best-known brands in the world, like Evian, Actimel, Activia and of course Aqua d’Or! Bring your unique perspective, ambitions and entrepreneurial ideas to the table – the impact you could make might just surprise you. One Planet. One Health - BY YOU.

We’re proud to be a B-Corp certified company. That means we meet the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability in everything we do.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we base our hiring decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.

Join us for a rewarding opportunity where your potential is recognized and valued. Embark on a dynamic career where your quick learning, initiative, and growth potential will drive success.

Aqua d’Or is owned by Danone learn more about us at www.aquador.dk.