Technical Manager (Chemistry and Cosmetics)

36 - 40 hours 

Are technical, analytical skills and decisiveness embedded in your DNA? Then read on.

Due to expansion, we are looking for a Technical Manager whose responsibility it will be to ensure the quality of our cosmetic and general formulated products (aromatic oils, glues, etc.) and processes. Together with the Quality team (Head of Quality and Technologists) you will work closely with the colleagues from Product Management and our team in China. You ensure that all our products comply with the legal requirements and follow the development of laws and regulations within the product groups in which Karsten International is active. In addition, you optimize quality processes, perform risk analyses and give advice to your colleagues.

Your activities:

• Being able to assess an item on safety and legislation.

• Being in contact with suppliers, evaluate social compliance and environmental requirements for factories. 

• You will be responsible for ensuring product safety for formulated items. 

• Handling customer complaints, authority requests and recalls. 

• Keep your knowledge about legislation up-to-date while sharing your knowledge with your coworkers. 

• Analyze and improve internal processes. 

• Responsible for the technical files.  

Who we are looking for

• 5+ years experience in quality assurance or in a similar environment or a lab.

• A bachelors degree in a related subject.

• Excellent knowledge of EU legislation for nonfood items. 

• You have preferably experience with customers portals such as impact buying (i.e. SIM, TÜV, Amfori etc.)

• Experience BRC or management systems is a pre. 

• Setting up and implementing quality processes. 

• Previous experience in product-safety legislation. 

• Good language skills in English. 

Who we are?  

Karsten International develops a wide range of products for daily use, from the latest gadgets to sustainable beauty products. You name it, we make it. In addition to working hard and delivering quality, enjoyment and collegiality are our top priorities. The team consists of driven product developers, sales experts, logistics talents, online marketing specialists and graphic designers. Thanks to a broad international network and more than ten years of experience, we are winning the hearts of consumers all over the world with our products. You will be given every opportunity to contribute to this.  

To ensure that you stay in top condition, we offer you:  

• Space for personal growth and professional development  

• An excellent pension scheme  

• Travel allowance  

• 13th month & 8% holiday pay  

• An extensive lunch, fresh fruit, and freshly ground coffee  

• Boot camp, Yoga, and Karsten football team 

• Lease a bike option 

• OpenUp for mental health  

• Massage in the workplace  

• Discount on cool products  

• Fun company outings  

• An easily accessible office in Amsterdam  

• Support on HSM visa and 30% ruling application if applicable  

Here you can already view your new workplace: 

Questions? Ask our Recruiter Fanisha: Mobile: +31 6 27 46 47 74 | Landline: +31 20 261 4883  

Ask our Recruiter Febraneila: Mobile: +316 27 46 74 80 | Landline: +31 20 261 4883  

Acquisition in response to this advertisement is not appreciated.