Quality Laboratory Coordinator

The Quality Laboratory Coordinator leads and oversees the day-to-day operations of the factory Quality Laboratory, ensuring accurate, reliable, and timely testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products in compliance with BAT Quality standards, legal requirements, and regulatory expectations.

As the laboratory's technical lead, the role drives excellence through robust analytical practices, equipment reliability, data integrity, and capability development. The Quality Laboratory Coordinator supports factory decision-making through accurate quality data, ensures laboratory compliance, and drives continuous improvement across laboratory operations and performance.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 6-8 laboratory professionals, ensuring strong technical capability, engagement, and performance.
• Manage day-to-day laboratory operations to ensure timely testing and release of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Ensure the accuracy, reliability, integrity, and timely delivery of all laboratory testing results.
• Maintain compliance with BAT Quality standards, GMP, HACCP, local regulatory requirements, and applicable quality management systems.
• Own and maintain laboratory systems, including SOPs, test methods, equipment calibration, validation activities, and documentation control.
• Ensure data integrity, traceability, and proper documentation of all laboratory activities, testing records, and quality results.
• Lead investigations into quality issues, OOS (Out of Specification) results, and laboratory deviations, implementing effective RCA and CAPA actions.
• Support factory performance through quality data analysis, reporting, NCP coordination, New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, and IWS Quality Pillar initiatives.
• Comply and implement activities in accordance with the rules of laws and regulations relating to environmental protection, safety at work and fire protection, and internal EHS or Sustainability standards and procedures.  

What are we looking for?

• 2-4+ years of experience in Quality Control laboratory operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience leading teams and coordinating laboratory workloads in a fast-paced operational setting.
• Experience managing OOS investigations, quality deviations, audit preparation, and regulatory inspections.
• Proven experience in laboratory method validation, equipment qualification, calibration programs, and quality system management.
• Strong knowledge of analytical testing techniques, including physical, chemical, and/or microbiological analysis.
• Solid understanding of GMP, HACCP, ISO standards, laboratory compliance requirements, and data integrity principles.
• Proficiency in Root Cause Analysis (RCA), CAPA management, structured problem-solving methodologies, sampling plans, and statistical quality tools.
• Technical qualification or degree in a scientific or technical discipline, with GMP, HACCP, or Laboratory Quality certification required; ISO 17025 and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt knowledge or certification preferred.

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?

In BAT Sweden we strive to create a smokeless reality on a day-to-day basis. If you wonder how we are getting there, please take a look at the OMNI report – a comprehensive study done to analyse the current market trends in tobacco harm reduction.

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.