Society stands at a tipping point, and we all will be affected. There is a need for change, and there is a strong demand for sustainable products that are not based on fossil fuels. By replacing existing unsustainable materials, the AMSilk team is able to make a true change in many industries. Our vision is to enable true change through intelligent biotech materials.
Of course, this won't happen overnight. It needs talented people like you. As Head of Quality (m/f/d), you have a holistic responsibility or the integrated Management System, Quality Control and Quality Assurance. Quality of products and processes has highest priority, as we supply the world leading brands. Today we operate a quality management system according to ISO 9001. In the future we plan to extend this with additional certifications following the requirements of our customers from different industries.

• Develop and lead the implementation of AMSilk’s quality management system in line with ISO standards, customers’ requirements and the company’s strategy and policies
• Ensure adequate quality control processes at our production partners in the fields of biotechnology, fiber spinning, and fast-moving consumer goods and support its enhancements in cooperation with internal QC and analytics experts
• Establish and enhance quality assurance processes at AMSilk to meet the quality expectations of our customers
• Support the launch of the multiple new products to the market and Lead the project workstreams in the quality, regulatory, compliance, safety areas
• Lead the contracting efforts and regular reviews/updates related to the Quality agreements with the Manufacturing partners
• Proactively assess and evaluate quality deviations as well as initiating root cause analysis of deviations in terms of quality standards and management systems
• Build and maintain deep and lasting relationships to AMSilk’s key customers and manufacturing partners
• Lead AMSilk’s quality team and cultivate the development of the team
• At least 3 years of professional experience as Head of Quality or corresponding role
• Proven experience leading a quality function of an international company with industrial production and outsourced production
• Hands on experience with the launch of new products to the market (esp. chemicals or biochemicals)
• Experience in negotiation of quality agreements with production sites
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to chemical products and preferably biotech, textile and surfactant products
• Experience with ISO 9001
• Fluent language skills in German and English
• Enjoy teamwork and collaboration
• Have a good sense of humor
• Are bold, creative and think outside the box
• Live a solutions-driven approach and have a pragmatic working style
• Are willing to learn something new every day
• At AMSilk we believe in providing a well-rounded benefits package that takes care of our employees' health, wealth, and work/life balance. We subsidize public transportation, childcare, and lunch, and offer a company health program to help our employees stay healthy and happy
• We offer challenging work in a fast-paced environment and provide full support to help you expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and reach your full potential throughout your career journey
• A community that is both diverse and inclusive, where teammates feel empowered to share their ideas and work together creatively