Quality Lead

Lead Quality QA QC Crop Protection Business (Manager Grade)

Godrej Agrovet

Mumbai HO

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Job Title: Lead Quality QA QC Crop Protection Business

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Function: Quality

Business: Godrej Agrovet

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

About Godrej Industries Group :

GIG is a holding company of the Godrej Group. We have significant interests in consumer goods, real estate, agriculture, chemicals, and financial services through our subsidiary and associate companies, across 18 countries.

About Godrej Agrovet:

Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL) is a diversified, Research & Development focused agri-business Company dedicated to improving the productivity of Indian farmers by innovating products and services that sustainably increase crop and livestock yields. GAVL holds leading market positions in the different businesses it operates - Animal Feed, Crop Protection, Oil Palm, Dairy, Poultry and Processed Foods. GAVL has a pan India presence with sales of over a million tons annually of high-quality animal feed and cutting- edge nutrition products for cattle, poultry, aqua feed and specialty feed. Our teams have worked closely with Indian farmers to develop large Oil Palm Plantations which is helping in bridging the demand and supply gap of edible oil in India. In the crop protection segment, the company meets the niche requirement of farmers through innovative agrochemical offerings. GAVL through its subsidiary Astec Life Sciences Limited, is also a business-to-business (B2B) focused bulk manufacturer of fungicides & herbicides. In Dairy and Poultry and Processed Foods, the company operates through its subsidiaries Creamline Dairy Products Limited and Godrej Tyson Foods Limited. Apart from this, GAVL also has a joint venture with the ACI group of Bangladesh for animal feed business in Bangladesh.

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Designation

Lead Quality Manager Grade

Location

Mumbai

Job Purpose

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Quality Head to lead the quality function for our agrochemical manufacturing and export operations. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across both B2B domestic and international (exports) businesses, with a strong understanding of quality norms applicable in USA, Europe, and other regulated markets.

Roles & Responsibilities:

1. Quality Management & Strategy

Define and implement the organizations Quality Management System (QMS) in line with global regulatory and customer requirements.

Lead development and execution of quality strategy aligning with business objectives (both B2B and export markets).

Ensure adherence to ISO, cGMP, and other international quality standards.

2. Regulatory Compliance

Ensure products comply with international regulatory requirements such as EPA (USA), REACH (Europe), FAO/WHO, etc.

Oversee preparation of technical dossiers, audits, and registrations for international markets.

Coordinate with global regulatory bodies and third-party auditors.

3. Quality Assurance (QA)

Implement robust QA systems to monitor, control, and improve process and product quality.

Manage quality documentation, batch review, deviation handling, CAPA, and change control systems.

4. Quality Control (QC)

Lead the QC lab operations including analysis of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.

Ensure calibration, validation, and upkeep of analytical instruments.

Drive method development and validation for new molecules and formulations.

5. Supplier & Contract Manufacturer Quality

Audit and approve vendors, toll manufacturers, and suppliers for compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.

Ensure incoming materials meet quality specifications and manage quality agreements.

6. Customer Interface & Complaint Handling

Act as the quality point of contact for domestic and international B2B customers.

Address customer complaints, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.

7. Team Leadership

Lead and mentor the QA/QC teams across multiple locations/plants.

Build a culture of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Educational Qualification:

M.Sc./Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field. Additional certifications in Quality Management (e.g., Six Sigma, ISO Lead Auditor) preferred.

Experience:

Minimum 10-15 years in Quality roles within the agrochemical or chemical manufacturing industry.

Skills:

Strong knowledge of international regulatory standards (EPA, REACH, etc.)

Familiarity with export documentation and compliance for regulated markets

Hands-on experience with formulation, technical-grade agrochemical products

B2B customer quality expectations and global audit processes

Strategic Thinking & Problem-Solving

Regulatory Acumen

Leadership & People Management

Analytical & Attention to Detail

Communication & Stakeholder Management

Whats in it for you?

Be an equal parent

Maternity support, including paid leave ahead of statutory guidelines, and flexible work options on return

Paternity support, including paid leave

New mothers can bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel

Adoption support; gender neutral and based on the primary caregiver, with paid leave options

No place for discrimination at Godrej

Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy

Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses

Gender transition support

We are selfish about your wellness

Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options

Uncapped sick leave

Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling

Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way

Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements

Performance-based earning opportunities

An inclusive Godrej

Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. Its not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.

We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.

If this sounds like a role for you, apply now!

We look forward to meeting you.