Quality Coordinator

International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF); Chennai District; Presencial; INR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

IFF in Chennai, India, is seeking a seasoned QC/Analytical Chemist to lead a broad range of analytical and quality control tests, ensuring product quality, safety and regulatory compliance. You will support R&D with data, drive improvements in lab practices, and lead QA activities under GMP/GLP/HACCP frameworks.

The role requires hands-on GC/GC-MS, method validation, and instrument maintenance, plus SAP/ERP experience and strong cross-functional collaboration.

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Food Science, or a related discipline.
• Experience in Quality Control, Analytical Chemistry, or Laboratory Operations within Flavors, Fragrances, Food, Chemical, or FMCG.
• Hands-on GC and GC-MS operation, method validation, and data interpretation.
• Knowledge of GMP, GLP, HACCP and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with SAP/ERP systems and MS Office.
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Strong collaboration and communication across global teams.

Responsabilidades

• Perform and oversee a wide range of analytical and quality control tests to ensure product quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Support R&D initiatives by providing accurate analytical data and technical recommendations.
• Drive continuous improvement in laboratory practices, testing methodologies, and instrument performance.
• Lead quality assurance activities, internal audits, and compliance with GMP, GLP, HACCP, and company standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including RD, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, and Regulatory Affairs.
• Mentor and develop laboratory technicians while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Conocimientos

Quality Control

Analytical Chemistry

Laboratory Operations

GMP/GLP/HACCP

SAP/ERP

Project leadership

Communication

Educación

Bachelors or Masters in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Food Science

Herramientas

GC

GC-MS

Method validation

Instrument maintenance

Troubleshooting

Data interpretation

Descripción del empleo

• Perform and oversee a wide range of analytical and quality control tests to ensure product quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Support research and development initiatives by providing accurate analytical data and technical recommendations.
• Drive continuous improvement in laboratory practices, testing methodologies, and instrument performance.
• Lead quality assurance activities, internal audits, and compliance with GMP, GLP, HACCP, and company standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including RD, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, and Regulatory Affairs to deliver business objectives.
• Mentor and develop laboratory technicians while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Food Science, or a related discipline.
• Strong experience in Quality Control, Analytical Chemistry, or Laboratory Operations within the Flavors, Fragrances, Food, Chemical, or FMCG industry.
• Hands-on expertise in GC, GC-MS, method validation, instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and data interpretation.
• Sound knowledge of GMP, GLP, HACCP, quality systems, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience working with SAP, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and work effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across global teams.

How Would You Stand Out

• Experience in the Flavors Fragrances industry.
• Knowledge of fragrance and flavor ingredients, raw material regulations, and identification techniques.
• Demonstrated success in leading laboratory improvement projects and quality initiatives.
• Experience managing audits, CAPA programs, and compliance activities.
• Strong project management capabilities with a track record of delivering results.
• Ability to influence stakeholders, drive change, and develop high-performing teams.