QC Team Leader

Scantec; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical manufacturer in Leeds is seeking an experienced Quality Control Team Leader. The ideal candidate will oversee daily QC operations, ensuring strict adherence to GMP standards while motivating teams. This pivotal role requires a Degree in Chemistry and extensive QC experience, offering a competitive salary and numerous benefits, including an annual bonus and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Annual Bonus Scheme

Company pension and life assurance

Private medical coverage

Employee assistance programme

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily QC testing activities across various GMP testing departments.
• Drive compliance with GMP, GLP, H&S, MHRA, FDA, and other regulatory standards.
• Manage team performance and conduct appraisals.
• Plan and manage testing schedules.
• Monitor quality events and ensure NCRs, CAPAs are completed on time.

Skills

Leadership

GMP knowledge

Analytical skills

Team management

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related scientific discipline

Job description

Quality Control Team Leader

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 Lead 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 even during absences or holidays.
• Monitor quality events and ensure NCRs, CAPAs, and related documentation are completed on time.

Experience and Qualifications

• 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
• Anual Bonus Scheme
• Company pension and life assurance
• Private medical coverage
• Employee assistance programme
• Training, development, and career progression opportunities