Human Health Product Quality Manager

Interested in a career that matters? Join our Global Human Health Quality team at Novonesis, where we ensure that products meet the highest standards of quality and food safety before reaching customers worldwide. As a Human Health Product Quality Manager, you will play a critical role in safeguarding product integrity across the value chain and enabling business success through strong quality leadership.You will become part of a team of highly skilled Product Quality Managers and global Human Health Quality professionals who collaborate closely across functions and business areas. Together, we continuously challenge and improve processes, while maintaining a strong team spirit and enjoying the journey.The Role & Your ImpactAs Human Health Product Quality Manager, you will act as the key quality representative in the Human Health Product Management Team (PMT), driving quality decisions and ensuring compliance across the product lifecycle. This is a cross-functional, strategic role where you combine technical expertise with stakeholder influence to ensure products consistently meet customer and regulatory expectations.Key responsibilities include:Understand current and future customer and market quality requirements and translate them into actionable prioritiesLead quality-related discussions and decision-making within the Product Management TeamEnsure compliance and consistent quality standards across the Human Health value chainAct as the “voice of the customer” on quality, ensuring end-to-end alignmentDrive initiatives to reduce customer complaints and improve product performanceAdditional responsibilities:Define and maintain correct product specificationsMake final decisions on Finished Goods dispensationsSupport resolution of complex non-conforming products (NCRs) and product-related complaintsCollaborate with global and local quality teams to improve processes and efficiencyEnsure cross-industry alignment and continuous improvementWhat You’ll Need to Be SuccessfulB.Sc. or M.Sc. in a scientific fieldMinimum 5 years of relevant experience in a similar role, preferably within Novonesis or legacy companiesExperience as a people manager or project managerStrong knowledge of Human Health cultures and/or proteins, including development, formulation, manufacturing processes, and product applicationExcellent written and verbal communication skills in EnglishCore competencies:Strong leadership and decision-making in complex and uncertain environmentsAbility to communicate clearly and facilitate problem resolution across stakeholdersProven stakeholder management in a matrix organizationCapability to navigate evolving processes while maintaining business continuityAdditional Skills & Interests We ValueExperience working across quality, product development, and commercial functionsA solution-oriented mindset with strong focus on quality standardsAbility to identify and implement process improvementsCuriosity and willingness to learn new scientific concepts, regulatory frameworks, and toolsWhat We OfferAt Novonesis, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the quality agenda in a growing Human Health business. We offer a collaborative and global environment where you can develop your expertise, influence business-critical decisions, and work alongside dedicated colleagues who support one another.We foster a culture that values continuous improvement, innovation, and teamwork, where having fun and challenging the status quo go hand in hand.Ways of Working / Working ConditionsHybrid working modelStandard working hours: 8:00 am – 4:00 pmOnline meetings with international stakeholders are expectedAd hoc national and international travel may be requiredCross-functional collaboration in a global matrix organizationCompensation & BenefitsExpected base salary: $125,000 - $145,000 level, dependent on experience401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time  Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance   Healthcare savings account option Employee assistance program  Parental leave Tuition reimbursement  All benefits begin on your first dayRelevant InformationLocation: Franklinton NC or Milwaukee, WI areaRemote Type: HybridApplication deadline: August 10, 2026Our purpose guides the way In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply. Opportunities for everyone We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying. We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. Explore other openings If this position isn’t the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. You’re welcome to explore open roles or create a job agent to stay connected with future opportunities at novonesis.com/CareerSummaryLocation: Madison; Blair; Franklinton; West AllisType: Full time