Quality Control Manager

In this role, you will lead and manage the Quality Control function, driving continuous improvement and team development in line with Jotun’s values. Your key mission is to ensure all products meet relevant specifications through effective testing, analysis, and compliance with local, regional, and corporate standards.

This position reports to the Operations Manager and will be based in Musaffah, Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the QC Team by developing, coaching, and guiding members in line with Jotun’s Leadership Expectations to build a competent and engaged workforce.
• Ensure Product Quality by managing formulation updates, raw material and finished goods testing, and process control to meet internal standards and customer expectations.
• Drive Compliance by implementing and monitoring procedures aligned with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, local regulations, and Jotun’s HSEQ Management System.
• Champion Continuous Improvement through the Jotun Operations System (JOS), 5S, Kaizen, and KPI follow-up to enhance quality and operational efficiency.
• Handle Customer Complaints by providing technical support, identifying root causes, and coordinating solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Oversee Laboratory Operations including calibration, analytical methods, documentation, audits, and technical guidance on lab equipment and routines.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in Quality Control, preferably in a coatings or chemical manufacturing environment.
• Fluency in English with strong communication skills.
• Solid knowledge of formulation, process optimization, quality testing, and ISO standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Familiar with Kaizen, 5S implementation, and HSEQ standards.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

The competencies we look for:

• Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
• Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively.
• Quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments.
• Demonstrates specialist knowledge and expertise in own area; participates in continuous professional development.
• Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively.
• Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture.
• A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities.

Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.

El-Mohandes Jotun S.A.E., established in 1983, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. With 2 production facilities, 3 warehouses and more than 350 employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in Egypt through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.

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