Quality Excellence Lead

Quality Excellence Lead

What We Do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID®. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Our global team is ~22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you!

North America, United States, Pennsylvania, Lititz (Fully Onsite)

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Kenvue Lititz Plant develops and markets consumer healthcare, baby care, and beauty/skin care products for consumers and healthcare professionals, incorporating the latest innovations. Its portfolio includes trusted brands such as Listerine, Neosporin, Polysporin, Benadryl, Desitin, Johnson’s Baby Oil, Lubriderm, Aveeno, and Bengay.

The Quality Excellence Lead will drive quality leadership and mentor the Quality Assurance team through transformation initiatives and process excellence strategies. This role ensures integrity, timely execution of tasks, and accountability for compliance and financial metrics, delivering measurable improvements through projects and Continuous Improvement Plans (CIPs) aligned with the Kenvue Production System.

As a change agent, the Quality Excellence Lead will champion innovative, efficient processes and capability‑building strategies to support site transformation and future vision.

• Lead Quality Frameworks: develop and implement advanced quality improvement programs aligned with Six Sigma, Lean, and Design Excellence methodologies.
• Manage Team: supervise quality team, assign work, conduct performance reviews, and design solutions to optimize processes and maintain high standards.
• Drive Audits & Inspections: conduct data‑driven audits and inspections using analytics to identify trends, ensure compliance, and foster continuous improvement.
• Analyze Deviation Data: address quality deviations and process failures promptly, ensuring effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Mentor & Inspire: guide team members, including Six Sigma belts, to adopt innovative problem‑solving and promote a culture of quality and engagement.
• Collaborate Strategically: partner with senior leadership to implement forward‑thinking quality strategies that meet market, technology, and regulatory demands.
• Approve Changes: oversee documentation and process changes impacting product quality, ensuring readiness for regulatory audits.
• Monitor & Improve: analyze production deviations and trends to drive improvement initiatives.
• Train & Educate: support creation of site‑wide GMP training to reinforce compliance and quality awareness.

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical/scientific field.
• At least 6 years of experience in a GMP product manufacturing environment, with strong knowledge of quality, compliance, supply chain, and manufacturing operations.
• Strong foundation in analytical and strategic thinking.
• Proven ability to lead and influence cross‑functional teams using a collaborative leadership style.
• Proficiency in relevant technology and software for quality management and process improvement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Up to 10% travel.

• Proficiency in leveraging modern quality management tools, applications, and software to drive decision‑making and operational improvements.
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire teams to embrace change and pursue excellence through creative methodologies.
• Experience in coaching and developing talent is preferred.
• Demonstrated…