Quality Control Team Lead

The ONE Group Ltd; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a QC Team Lead to spearhead a high-performing team in the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector. This dynamic role involves leading quality control efforts, ensuring compliance with GMP standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in analytical validation and method verification, coupled with excellent people management skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and quality, offering a supportive environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on the team's success and the organization's goals.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Medical & Dental Care

Subsidised restaurant

Discretionary bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading QC teams and driving performance.
• Strong technical knowledge in analytical techniques and GMP.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the QC team to achieve quality objectives.
• Oversee QC systems and ensure compliance with GMP standards.
• Prepare and review technical reports with detailed analysis.

Skills

People Management

Performance Development

Leadership

Analytical Validation

Method Transfer

Verification Principles

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement

Tools

HPLC

GC

FTIR

UV Spectroscopy

Job description

This range is provided by The ONE Group Ltd. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Salary £45,000

Senior Recruitment Consultant | Recruiting High-Tech Engineering & Scientific Talent (UK & Globally)

Are you an experienced QC professional with a passion for team leadership and process improvement?

We are looking for a talented QC Team Lead to lead and develop a high-performing team, ensuring the delivery of quality objectives while driving continuous improvement in a dynamic environment. This hands-on leadership role requires a blend of technical expertise and strong people management skills.

On a day to day basis you will:

• Lead and manage the QC team, setting clear objectives and driving individual and team performance.
• Oversee and improve QC systems and processes, ensuring compliance with GMP standards.
• Lead technical assessments, independently determining the best approach for method validation, transfer, and verification across multiple techniques.
• Nurture a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring high-quality results while promoting safety and environmental standards.
• Develop team capabilities and manage training requirements to maintain technical proficiency.
• Prepare and review technical reports, providing detailed analysis and recommendations.
• Take ownership of lab error investigations, ensuring thorough and timely resolutions.
• Support audits and inspections to ensure ongoing inspection readiness.

What do we need from you?

• Proven experience in people management, performance development, and leadership.
• Strong technical knowledge in analytical validation, method transfer, and verification principles.
• Wide knowledge of analytical techniques (HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV, etc.).
• Demonstrable pharmaceutical experience with QC process (sample management, stability management, reference and retains sample management).
• In-depth understanding of GMP and the ability to assess and address technical challenges independently.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present detailed technical reports in writing and verbally to stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to driving development, change, and continuous improvement within the team.

What can you expect in return?

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Medical & Dental Care
• Subsidised restaurant
• Discretionary bonus scheme

Interested to learn more? Get in touch with your CV today!

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Quality Assurance and Management

Industries

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing