Quality Control Manager

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Job Title: Quality Control Manager
Location: Rolle, International/Other

Company: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Quality Assurance
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

Title: Quality Control Manager - Animal Nutrition FAI

Work that Feeds the world

At ADM, we work to ensure the safety, consistency, and reliability of ingredients used in animal nutrition. This role sits at the center of laboratory control, product release, and cross-functional quality decisions that directly support production and customer supply.

You will report to the Quality & Food Safety Director EMEA and be based in Rolle. You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure analytical results are reliable, traceable, and actionable.

Role

We will rely on you to lead and coordinate quality control laboratory activities, ensure product conformity, and support decision-making through robust analytical data.

You will also play a key role in maintaining compliance, managing non-conformities, and supporting continuous improvement across QC systems and processes.

Responsibilities

Analytical and Laboratory Work

You will:

Perform chemical and physical analyses (HPLC, UPLC, GC, FT-IR, pH, humidity, etc.) to verify product conformity
Manage and store samples, ensuring full traceability and integrity
Conduct stability, homogeneity, shelf-life, and cross-contamination testing
Perform homologation of new ingredients and execute yearly control plans
Maintain laboratory instruments, including calibration, cleaning, and proper waste management
Ensure strict compliance with laboratory safety rules

Quality Control and Documentation

You will:

Record, review, and communicate analytical results and prepare Certificates of Analysis (CoA)
Monitor internal and external laboratory results and ensure timely follow-up
Manage product status in ERP systems (release or block decisions based on results)
Investigate non-conformities and define corrective actions with the Product Quality Manager
Participate in internal and inter-site audits
Ensure full traceability of analyses, samples, and decisions
Plan and follow up on homogeneity and cross-contamination testing programs

Cross-functional Collaboration

You will:

Share QC results and product status with Operations, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, and Sales
Work closely with co-manufacturers on sampling, production, and quality issues
Support integration activities for new businesses and teams within Animal Nutrition EMEA

Continuous Improvement and Safety

You will:

Propose and implement improvements in analytical methods and laboratory organization
Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant working environment
Contribute to ADM quality and food safety initiatives, reviews, and global QFS activities

Profile

We are looking for someone who combines strong laboratory expertise with decision-making and structured execution.
Bachelor's degree in Feed Science, Chemistry, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 5 years of experience in Food, Feed, or Pharma industry; laboratory experience is essential
Knowledge of FSMA and food safety plans
Understanding of regulatory frameworks (e.g., GMP+, FSSC 22000, RCNA, etc.)
Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
Highly organized, decisive, and results-oriented
Strong sense of ownership and accountability
Comfortable working in a collaborative, customer-focused environment
Willingness to travel up to 20% (including overnight travel)
Fluent in English and French

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Culture, Engagement & Inclusion | ADM.

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Job Post Date: 05/26/26