Orkla Health, Wound Care
We develop, manufacture, and market consumer wound care and first aid products for both workplaces and industrial customers. We have a strong tradition of in-house product development and innovation and have played an important role in shaping the consumer wound care and first aid category. Well-known brands within the category include Salvequick, Salvelox and Norgesplaster in the B2C segment, as well as Cederroth First Aid and Snögg in B2B.
Within Category Wound Care, approximately 35 people work at the Solna office, where a total of around 220 employees operate across Orkla’s different product segments, holding leading positions in the Nordics and with a strong international presence.
Orkla Health, Wound Care
We develop, manufacture, and market consumer wound care and first aid products for both workplaces and industrial customers. We have a strong tradition of in-house product development and innovation and have played an important role in shaping the consumer wound care and first aid category. Well-known brands within the category include Salvequick, Salvelox and Norgesplaster in the B2C segment, as well as Cederroth First Aid and Snögg in B2B.
Within Category Wound Care, approximately 35 people work at the Solna office, where a total of around 220 employees operate across Orkla’s different product segments, holding leading positions in the Nordics and with a strong international presence.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to join our team. As Quality Manager, you will drive quality-related activities across the Wound Care category and you are eager to contribute to continuous improvement and a proactive approach to quality.
It is a varied role with many points of contact, both internal and external. The role reports to Head of Regulatory and Quality and in this role you are in contact with Suppliers, Customers, Certification Body as well as Quality resources of our production sites and of other Categories. In the projects you work toqether with Product Development, Production, Regulatory, Marketing and Sales to ensure that quality standards are integrated into the product lifecycle.
Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Develop and maintain the Quality Management System
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Monitor quality performance and drive improvements (products and processes)
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Lead internal and supplier audits
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Coordinate external audits
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Handle complaints, deviations and CAPA
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Respond to customer and stakeholder quality inquiries
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Manage vigilance activities, FSCA and recalls
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Conduct sustainability follow-ups with suppliers
Your profile
You are a structured and analytical professional with a strong interest in quality management and continuous improvement. Interpreting requirements and translating them into practical solutions that support both compliance and business objectives comes naturally to you.
Collaboration is one of your strengths, and you work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels of the organization. You understand that successful quality management is not the sole responsibility of the Quality department but relies on engagement and commitment across the entire business.
With a proactive and solution-oriented mindset, you are comfortable working independently, taking initiative, and prioritizing tasks in a dynamic environment.
Qualifications
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You probably have an academic degree in Life Science, Engineering, Quality Management or a related field.
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Experience working with quality management within medical devices, pharmaceuticals or similar regulated industry
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Good knowledge of Medical Device Regulations, ISO 13485 and related standards
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Experience planning and conducting internal and/or supplier audits
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Experience participating in external audits conducted by authorities, certification bodies or notified bodies
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Fluency in at least one Scandinavian language and English, both written and spoken
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to join our team. As Quality Manager, you will drive quality-related activities across the Wound Care category and you are eager to contribute to continuous improvement and a proactive approach to quality.
It is a varied role with many points of contact, both internal and external. The role reports to Head of Regulatory and Quality and in this role you are in contact with Suppliers, Customers, Certification Body as well as Quality resources of our production sites and of other Categories. In the projects you work toqether with Product Development, Production, Regulatory, Marketing and Sales to ensure that quality standards are integrated into the product lifecycle.
Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Develop and maintain the Quality Management System
-
Monitor quality performance and drive improvements (products and processes)
-
Lead internal and supplier audits
-
Coordinate external audits
-
Handle complaints, deviations and CAPA
-
Respond to customer and stakeholder quality inquiries
-
Manage vigilance activities, FSCA and recalls
-
Conduct sustainability follow-ups with suppliers
Your profile
You are a structured and analytical professional with a strong interest in quality management and continuous improvement. Interpreting requirements and translating them into practical solutions that support both compliance and business objectives comes naturally to you.
Collaboration is one of your strengths, and you work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels of the organization. You understand that successful quality management is not the sole responsibility of the Quality department but relies on engagement and commitment across the entire business.
With a proactive and solution-oriented mindset, you are comfortable working independently, taking initiative, and prioritizing tasks in a dynamic environment.
Qualifications
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You probably have an academic degree in Life Science, Engineering, Quality Management or a related field.
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Experience working with quality management within medical devices, pharmaceuticals or similar regulated industry
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Good knowledge of Medical Device Regulations, ISO 13485 and related standards
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Experience planning and conducting internal and/or supplier audits
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Experience participating in external audits conducted by authorities, certification bodies or notified bodies
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Fluency in at least one Scandinavian language and English, both written and spoken
We offer
An exciting and developing workplace with the opportunity to influence and contribute to the development of future medical devices.
Location
The role offers a flexible location, provided it is at an Orkla Health office in Scandinavia.
Application
Does this sound like a role for you? Submit your application – we look forward to receiving it.
Contact person for this recruitment is Johanna Brinck, Head of R&Q: johanna.brinck@orkla.se
About Orkla Health
Orkla Health is a leading Nordic branded consumer health company, recognized for its strong positions in Omega-3, Wound Care, and Oral Care. With exports to over 25 markets outside Europe and distribution in more than 60 markets globally, we generate an annual revenue of approximately 6 billion NOK.
Orkla Health has a commercial presence in the Nordics, Baltics, and Poland, with additional representation in several other countries. Our products are sold through pharmacies, GFT, direct-to-consumer channels, and contract manufacturing.
We offer
An exciting and developing workplace with the opportunity to influence and contribute to the development of future medical devices.
Location
The role offers a flexible location, provided it is at an Orkla Health office in Scandinavia.
Application
Does this sound like a role for you? Submit your application – we look forward to receiving it.
Contact person for this recruitment is Johanna Brinck, Head of R&Q: johanna.brinck@orkla.se
About Orkla Health
Orkla Health is a leading Nordic branded consumer health company, recognized for its strong positions in Omega-3, Wound Care, and Oral Care. With exports to over 25 markets outside Europe and distribution in more than 60 markets globally, we generate an annual revenue of approximately 6 billion NOK.
Orkla Health has a commercial presence in the Nordics, Baltics, and Poland, with additional representation in several other countries. Our products are sold through pharmacies, GFT, direct-to-consumer channels, and contract manufacturing.
