Work in Switzerland: Team Leader Material Quality

Category Product
Standard
Location Neuchatel, Switzerland
Job Id 8076
Job Type Full Time


Be a part of a revolutionary change!

At PMI, we’ve chosen to do something incredible! We’re totally transforming our business and building our future on smoke-free products with the power to deliver a smoke-free future. We’re also exploring new categories, looking beyond nicotine to develop a new portfolio of innovative products.

With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, wherever you join us, you’ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions.

It’s so rare in R&D that everything aligns to create the ideal conditions for outstanding work. Right now, at PMI, that’s exactly what’s happening. R&D is the driving force for our bold new vision: to replace cigarettes with a revolutionary portfolio of alternative products.

Join us and you’ll have the resources, support and technology you need to break new ground and see ideas come to life. You’ll be surrounded by some of the brightest scientists in their fields, with fast access to subject experts and commercial decision-makers.

If you’re creative, courageous and ready to take risks, you can make a huge impact and propel your career in an endless number of directions. Ultimately, by delivering our smoke-free and beyond nicotine future, your work could change the lives of millions.

To know more about us and why we are a great place to work, check out the following link: https://www.pmi.com/careers/areas-of-work/product.


Your 'day to day'

As a Team leader Material Quality, you will supervise and develop the team as well as lead, plan, organize and control Material Quality and Specification activities with CSO to support Operations and other relevant departments in a timely and accurate manner. You will also ensure that all activities are performed in accordance with PMI Requirements and Quality Systems by consistently applying OPEN+ systems and tools.


More specifically, you'll

Foster strong partnerships with suppliers to maintain high DIMs quality and enhance their performance, impacting product quality, machine efficiency, and production costs
Regularly evaluate supplier performance, proactively engaging key suppliers and tackling any performance declines
Ensure timely raising and investigation of non-conformities, blocking products when necessary
Approve or reject non-conformities at your level
Identify, prioritize, and develop action plans for CAPAIA and quality improvement opportunities to support continuous improvement
Review and approve CAPAIA within your department
Assist with factory and supplier quality audits
Implement effective processes for testing new materials, special packaging projects, and cigarettes/RRP prototyping as requested by Product Development, Supply Chain, Production, or other partners
Manage process changes as needed
Review and approve tests, protocols, reports, and QMS-related documents
Support manufacturing to enhance DIMs performance, impacting product quality, machine efficiency, and production costs
Establish data and trend analysis on DIM performance to identify and implement improvement opportunities
Provide timely support for quality issues with DIMs, offering action plans and solutions to minimize negative impacts on production KPIs
Coordinate and supervise the preparation, issuance, and maintenance of manufacturing specifications to ensure compliance with PMI requirements
Collaborate closely with the Central Spec Office team for optimal results in the specs creation process
Ensure the effective creation and updating of the Master Batch Record (MBR)
Verify the accuracy and availability of the document for the production team as needed


Who we’re looking for

University Degree in Biological sciences, Physical sciences, Chemistry, Material, Engineering or equivalent
2-3 years experience in quality assurance in tobacco, food, pharmaceutical or similar industry
Advanced knowledge of International standards (ISO)
Knowledge on pharmaceutical and/or medical device industry regulations would be considered as an additional asset
Project Management and Change Management skills
Attention to detail and a natural willingness to challenge the status quo
Capacity to mentor and develop you team to meet stretching requirements in high-paced environment
Proven track record of working collaboratively and influencing individuals at all levels
Demonstrated ability to drive execution and deal with ambiguity
Proficiency in English and French, both written and oral


What we offer

Our success depends on the people of all genders who come to work every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress. Join PMI and you too can:

Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.
Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture, where everyone’s contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.
Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.
Take pride in delivering our promise to society: a smoke-free future.

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