Are you looking for an exciting opportunity within a global company that is driving the development of a more sustainable future? Integra Plastics, a member of the Borealis Group, is an advanced mechanical recycling company based in Elin Pelin. We are seeking a Quality & Laboratory Manager to lead quality assurance and laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Quality Management
- Implement, manage and improve local quality processes in alignment with organizational objectives and principles.
- Ensure compliance with internal and external requirements, maintaining adherence to quality and environmental management systems.
- Develop and execute a local strategic action plan in collaboration with the group quality team to achieve operational targets.
- Safeguard local quality certifications and conduct periodic reviews to assess system effectiveness.
- Conduct risk assessments, evaluate improvement opportunities, and define key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Lead and maintain a competent internal audit team to support ISO certification requirements.
- Laboratory Management
- Oversee and ensure the efficient operation of the laboratory, maintaining high-quality standards in testing and analysis with a strong emphasis on safety protocols and practises.
- Supervise and organize the work of the laboratory team, ensuring optimal workflow and resource management.
- Manage incoming, in-process, and final product quality control through chemical and physical property testing.
- Identify opportunities to enhance analytical methods and implement advanced laboratory equipment for improved accuracy.
- Provide technical guidance for the introduction of new materials, technologies, and production processes.
- Monitor trends in raw materials and finished product quality to improve competitiveness.
- Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Participate in hiring decisions and training initiatives for laboratory personnel.
- Effectively manage and mentor a diverse team of laboratory staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment to achieve organizational goals.
Profile
- Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
- 5–10 years of experience in quality management and laboratory operations, preferably in an industrial setting.
- Certified Quality Management (QM) training.
- Familiar with Q-Tools like 5Why, Cause Effect Diagram, FMEA
- Strong leadership skills with experience in team management, resource planning, and process optimization.
- Familiarity with ISO standards, particularly ISO 9001, ISO 14001.
- Business-level proficiency in English.
What We Offer
- Competitive remuneration and performance-based bonus system.
- Supportive technical and organizational infrastructure.
- Company-provided transportation (from Sofia and Ihtiman).
- Additional health insurance coverage.
- a Multisport card
- Monthly food vouchers worth 200 BGN.
If interested, send your application to: svetoslav.spasov@integra-plastics.com
