Nutrinova Laboratory Team Leader (m/w/d)Position TitleNutrinova Laboratory Team Leader (m/w/d)Area of DeploymentFrankfurt IPH, new Nutrinova laboratory building (to be defined). Nutrinova is a middle-sized joint venture of Mitsui & Co. and Celanese Corporation with a 50-year history of production and global distribution of sweetening and preservation solutions. Nutrinova pioneered the manufacturing and commercialization of the sweetener Acesulfame K and the preservatives Potassium Sorbate and Sorbic Acid while constantly following the highest standards and delivering premium quality products. With our products we address long-term growth, future-oriented, and crisis-proof markets. Our team comprises diverse international professionals from various countries, which is essential to our core values of respect and collaboration. Flat hierarchies, open doors, and short lines of communication enable us to solve all problems quickly and collaboratively. We maintain a strong safety culture and actively promote independent work, thus offering long-term prospects and development. PurposeManagement of daily operations within a laboratoryMain Responsibilities / DutiesLead the Nutrinova laboratory insourcing project, including infrastructure creation, staffing, etc.Sourcing, installation and qualification of the new laboratory equipment’sLaboratory equipment software and laboratory network installation in cooperation with ITGuidance, delegation, and leadership of laboratory employeesOrganization of workflows, processes and availability of the necessary analytical service in the laboratory, if needed also possibly outside regular working hours (e.g., lab manager on duty, quality assurance on duty, etc.)Responsibility for issuing results, reviewing results, writing test methods and reports, preparing and/or reviewing and approving documentation, GMP/GLP conformCreation, evaluation, and approval of work instructions and validationsDevelopment, validation, qualification, control, calibration, and approval of new and existing methods and equipmentTraining and qualification of laboratory staffProvision of necessary resources for processes and occupational safetyMonitoring compliance with internal and legal regulations regarding occupational safety, environmental and occupational protection, and quality in collaboration with Product Stewardship and Quality ManagementResponsible for handling customer requests and complaints in regards to analytical tests, methods or deviationsParticipation in internal and external audits to ensure and optimize work processes, occupational safety, and qualityPlanning, execution, and control of organizational, technical, and analytical projectsEnsuring efficient and optimal systems, methods, processes, and equipment, including administration of various softwarePrioritization and assignment of routine and special tasks in daily operations and projects to subordinate employeesMonitoring the execution of tasksReview and approval of work resultsIntroduction, validation, and approval of methods and equipmentIssuance of work approvals for the laboratoryOnboarding of new employeesQualificationsMin. 5 years of professional experience in an analytical, chemical or physical laboratoryStrong skills in report writing and validations (DE/EN)Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, and device-specific softwareGood command of English and German (spoken and written)Team leadership experience in a lab environmentAdditional Desired Skills / Qualifications / ExperienceFamiliarity with quality systems (ISO 9001, GMP/GLP, ISO 17025, etc.)Teamwork and communication skillsStructured and goal-oriented working style and problem-solving abilityHigh level of initiative and flexibilityAnalytical thinkingAbility to learn new methods/equipment independentlyResilience and independence in workingAbility to accept and respond to criticism