QC Supervisor

RBW Consulting; Godalming; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Quality Control Supervisor to join a busy pharmaceutical production team in Godalming. The role focuses on ensuring smooth workflows and maintaining high-quality standards in the lab. Responsibilities include managing laboratory rotas, overseeing operations, and mentoring team members. The ideal candidate has previous experience in a QC or laboratory environment, strong organisational skills, and the ability to lead a team. This position is essential for operational excellence within the company.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a QC or laboratory environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced setting.
• Practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Organise and manage lab rotas to ensure efficient coverage.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure compliance with QC standards.
• Maintain and take ownership of lab equipment, ensuring functionality and calibration.
• Mentor and coach team members, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Provide oversight of work to guarantee accuracy and consistency.
• Support routine maintenance and troubleshooting within the lab.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Problem-solving

Tools

HPLC

GC

LC

Job description

Shift Pattern: Typical weekly rotating shifts:

• 3:00 AM – 11:00 AM
• 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

About the Role:

We are looking for a hands‑on Quality Control Supervisor to join a busy pharmaceutical production team in Godalming. This is an operational role focused on day‑to‑day activities within the lab, ensuring smooth workflows and maintaining high standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organise and manage lab rotas to ensure efficient coverage.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure compliance with QC standards.
• Maintain and take ownership of lab equipment, ensuring functionality and calibration.
• Mentor and coach team members, fostering a collaborative and high‑performing environment.
• Provide oversight of work to guarantee accuracy and consistency.
• Support routine maintenance and troubleshooting within the lab.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in a QC or laboratory environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast‑paced setting.
• Practical, hands‑on approach to problem‑solving.

This role is all about operational excellence and keeping things running smoothly every day.

Apply today to be considered for this role!

Key Words:

Quality Control, QC, GMP, GLP, QA, compliance, chemistry, HPLC, chromatography, GC, LC, shift work, manager, leader, supervisor, lead, trainer, laboratory manager.