Quality (Plant) - Supervisor, Analytical Quality Control Lab

Voyant Beauty believes our people are more than just employees; they’re the driving force behind everything we achieve. Our culture fosters teamwork, respect, and camaraderie, ensuring that every individual’s contribution is valued and celebrated. We invest in their growth, providing opportunities for development and advancement within our dynamic team.

Voyant Beauty is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing, of beauty, personal and home care products. We work with various brands, retailers, and businesses to create customer formulations and products tailored to their needs. This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially, Voyant Beauty serves as a one-stop-shop for companies looking to bring their beauty and personal care product ideas to life.

Safety is a core value at Voyant Beauty. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, ensuring a safe and secure environment where everyone can thrive and excel.

If you’re seeking to be part of a team where your talents are valued, your safety is paramount, and your efforts contribute to meaningful change, then Voyant Beauty is the place for you. Come join us and be a part of our journey.

A Brief Overview

The Analytical Quality Lab Supervisor oversees the day-to-day operations of the analytical laboratory, ensuring compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and accurate, timely test results. This role supervises laboratory technicians, coordinates testing activities, and supports quality investigations. The Supervisor ensures adherence to established procedures, supports staff development, and maintains effective communication with internal teams and clients.

What you will do

• Supervise laboratory chemists and technicians, ensuring adherence to SOPs, GLPs, and testing procedures. Oversee sample flow, documentation, and review laboratory results for accuracy and completeness prior to escalation or final approval.
• Support daily staffing coordination and scheduling based on lab workload. Assist in training new hires and cross-training existing staff. Provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback; support performance evaluations and corrective actions as needed.
• Execute and oversee analytical testing for raw materials, bulk, and finished goods. Monitor test results, identify deviations, and support investigations including root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA). Maintain laboratory inventory and ensure availability of supplies.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal stakeholders and assist with client inquiries regarding test results. Maintain accurate laboratory records, training documentation, and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards. Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure a safe working environment by enforcing laboratory safety procedures
• Provide hands-on technical support with laboratory equipment and methods
• Assist Quality Manager with audits, reporting, and compliance activities
• Participate in continuous improvement and process optimization efforts

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, or related science field (Required)

Experience Qualifications

• 4-6 years of relevant laboratory experience (Required)
• 1-3 years of supervisory or lead experience (Preferred)

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and GLPs (High proficiency)
• Analytical / microbiological testing procedures (High proficiency)
• Laboratory quality control processes and documentation (High proficiency)
• Communication skills (internal team + cross-functional) (High proficiency)
• Root cause analysis and CAPA support (Medium proficiency)
• Staff supervision and day-to-day team coordination (Medium proficiency)
• Training and coaching of laboratory personnel (Medium proficiency)
• Inventory management and laboratory scheduling (Medium proficiency)
• Client interaction and communication (Medium proficiency)
• Laboratory equipment operation and troubleshooting (Medium proficiency)
• Advanced or specialized laboratory techniques (Low proficiency)

To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our company does not accept unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or applications from agencies. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or applications and explicitly reserve its right to contact candidates presented in such unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or application.

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status. Voyant Beauty will consider requests for accommodations due to a disability impacting a qualified employee's ability to perform the essential functions of their position consistent with applicable laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Voyant Beauty complies with applicable provincial and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.