QC Laboratory Manager

Key Recruitment Limited; Sheet; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer goods company is seeking a QC Lab Manager in Petersfield, responsible for overseeing laboratory activities, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and managing laboratory personnel. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a science field, extensive laboratory experience, and a strong background in regulatory guidelines. Competitive hours are Monday to Friday, 8.15am to 4.30pm, with opportunities for continuous improvement. Individuals must be flexible to support off-shift work as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' laboratory experience, with three years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in microbiology, analytical chemistry, or product evaluation.
• Knowledge of statistical assessments of data.
• Flexibility to support off-shift work when needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Manager in planning and controlling daily QA lab activities.
• Oversee lab testing processes and troubleshoot instruments.
• Manage QC lab equipment and qualification protocols.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Supervisory skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Knowledge of GMP and ISO guidelines

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s science degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP systems

Electronic QMS

Job description

Job Description

QC Lab Manager

Petersfield

8.15am - 4.30pm Monday - Friday

JOB REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Education level : Batchelor’s science degree or equivalent experience
• Five years’ laboratory experience, with at least three years in a supervisory position, preferably in microbiology, analytical chemistry or product evaluation laboratories in Quality Control for a global consumer goods or pharmaceutical company
• Experience in developing laboratory SOPs and revisions according to regulatory guidelines. Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to appropriately communicate information to cross functional stakeholders and suppliers
• Strong knowledge of GMP, ISO and safety guidelines
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Knowledge of statistical assessments of data
• Solid knowledge of all laboratory equipment (e.g., Viscometer, ACS Color Computer, Vitek, Analytical Instrumentation)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Electronic QMS, and SAP systems is preferred
• Flexible to support off‑shift work when needed.

POSITION SUMMARY

Support the Senior Manager, in the QC Lab for a particular shift and / or lab function in planning, organising, implementing and controlling the daily activities of the QC laboratory to ascertain that raw materials, mass and finished goods meet internal and external specifications.

Responsible for overseeing lab testing processes with ability to troubleshoot instruments and issues. Conduct and supervise all OOS investigations and reject investigations.

Manage QC lab equipment, qualification protocols and reports, and administration.

Participate in continuous improvement projects regionally to drive efficiencies in the lab.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Management of QC Lab Testing for a shift or lab function

Plan, organise, implement and control the daily activities of the QC laboratory to ascertain that both raw materials and assay of finished goods / mass meet internal and external specification. This includes management for lab workflow, sample analysis, sample retention, standards management, raw material qualification, TPM testing, outsourced testing, inventory management and document management.

Ensure execution of data integrity checks / verifications per procedures.

Provide QC expertise to plant hygiene program and lead corrective action based on findings. Ensure there is testing support in relation to the environmental monitoring program and any associated risk assessments.

Identify SOPs and support the Senior Manager, QC Lab in work instruction updates or creating new based on lab trends and CAPAs.

Review SOPs and work instructions and provide to QC Lab Lead for approval.

Review and trending of OOS, CAPAs and deviations related to their QC lab function.

Testing Data Review and Release - Data Reviewer role responsibilities

Review routine supporting test data and results, including sample preparation records, chromatograms / graphs, logbooks, calculations, and data sheets. Enter results in SAP / LIMS.

Release raw materials, non‑OTC mass, and Cosmetic FGs in SAP

Review non‑routine supporting test data and results (i.e. micro testing for water systems, validation testing).

Equipment Program

Manage QC lab equipment budget, equipment purchases, installation and initiate change control as needed.

Develop lab equipment qualification (IQ / OQ / PQ) protocols and reports.

Manage specific area’s equipment administration, including calibration, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting as needed.

Compliance / Continuous Improvement within Lab Function Area

Ensure all lab processes are adhering to relevant regulatory GMPs and global company policies & procedures.

Participate in internal audits to ensure regulatory readiness.

Work collaboratively with Planning, GBSC, QA Labs, Manufacturing, Validation, and Operations to drive continuous improvement.

Monitor lab KPIs and drive improvements

Ensure all customer complaints are investigated, improvements implemented and response made in a timely manner.

Support Plant and Global programmes to ensure compliance in key areas including Good Manufacturing Practices, Data Integrity, and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Personnel Management & Training

Apply QC Lab objectives to their lab function area and conduct performance reviews against those objectives.

Provide the coaching, mentorship and training necessary to support ongoing personal and professional development of QC lab staff (GMP and refresher training).

Assist in the development and execution of quality training curriculum for the laboratory.