QC Team Leader

Scantec Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical manufacturer in Leeds is seeking a Quality Control Team Leader to oversee laboratory operations and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The role requires a strong background in Quality Control and leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing testing schedules, team performance, and quality events. Benefits include a competitive salary, annual bonus, pension, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Annual Bonus Scheme

Company pension and life assurance

Private medical coverage

Employee assistance programme

Training, development, and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a Quality Control or analytical laboratory role.
• Strong understanding of GMP / GLP and pharmaceutical quality systems.
• Ability to lead by example, motivate others, and manage performance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily QC testing activities across various GMP testing departments.
• Drive compliance with GMP, GLP, H&S, MHRA, and FDA regulatory standards.
• Manage team performance and conduct appraisals.

Skills

Leadership skills

Quality Control expertise

Regulatory compliance understanding

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related scientific discipline

Job description

Quality Control Team Leader (Pharmaceutical)

Salary: Up to £37,000 + Benefits

Mon–Fri (8:00 – 16:30, flex available)

Location: Leeds

Are you an experienced Pharmaceutical QC professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for excellence? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced, regulated environment where quality, precision, and teamwork drive success? If so, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

A market leading pharmaceutical manufacturer are looking for a Quality Control Team Leader to oversee daily laboratory operations, ensuring the highest standards of compliance, testing, and documentation across our QC and QCP functions. This role is ideal for someone who combines technical expertise with strong leadership and a continuous improvement mindset.

Duties

• Oversee daily QC testing activities across various GMP testing departments (Raw Materials, Finished Products, Analytical Support etc.)
• Drive compliance with GMP, GLP, H&S, MHRA, FDA, and other regulatory standards.
• Manage team performance, conduct appraisals, and provide coaching, mentoring, and recognition.
• Plan and manage testing schedules, maintaining output.
• Monitor quality events and ensure NCRs, CAPAs, and related documentation are completed on time.

Experience

• Degree in Chemistry or related scientific discipline
• Extensive experience in a Quality Control or analytical laboratory role
• Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of GMP / GLP and pharmaceutical quality systems
• Ability to lead by example, motivate others, and manage performance.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• Company pension and life assurance
• Private medical coverage
• Employee assistance programme
• Training, development, and career progression opportunities