Metrology Supervisor: Lead Calibration & Compliance Excellence

HAR Labcorp Early Development Laboratories Limited; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Metrology Supervisor to join the Facilities team in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. The role leads a team of metrology technicians to ensure calibration, qualification, and GMP-aligned processes are followed, with emphasis on audits and continuous improvement.

You will manage calibration procedures, documentation, and supplier relationships while supporting budget planning and capital requests. A strong background in regulated labs and leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership of metrology or calibration teams.
• Strong knowledge of GMP/GLP/GCP and documentation practices.
• Experience with calibration, IQ/OQ/PQ and maintenance processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Metrology Technicians to achieve operational and compliance objectives.
• Serve as a SME for calibration, equipment qualification, validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), maintenance, and troubleshooting activities.
• Drive continuous improvement and compliance initiatives across local and regional sites.
• Develop and maintain calibration procedures, SOPs, policies, forms, and other controlled documentation.
• Support regulatory, client, and internal audits by providing technical expertise and documentation.
• Manage quality events, investigations, root cause analyses, CAPAs, and change controls within electronic Quality Management Systems.
• Lead harmonization projects and process improvement initiatives across the organization.
• Partner with laboratory and operational teams on equipment selection, validation, and lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with vendors and sourcing teams to establish and manage service agreements and supplier qualifications.
• Contribute to budget planning and capital expenditure requests.

Skills

People leadership

Metrology expertise

GMP/GLP/GCP knowledge

Project management

Communication

Education

A-Level or equivalent

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CMMS

Quality systems

Job description

Labcorp is seeking a Metrology Supervisor to join the Facilities team in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. The role leads a team of metrology technicians to ensure calibration, qualification, and GMP-aligned processes are followed, with emphasis on audits and continuous improvement.

You will manage calibration procedures, documentation, and supplier relationships while supporting budget planning and capital requests. A strong background in regulated labs and leadership is essential.