Sr QC Laboratory Manager

SEC Life Sciences; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manager for Quality Control Lab operations in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, driving continuous improvement, and leading a team dedicated to quality excellence. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in QC leadership, particularly in microbiology or analytical chemistry, and will be responsible for overseeing testing processes, managing lab equipment, and mentoring staff. Join this forward-thinking company to make a significant impact in a high-output setting where your leadership will shape the future of quality control.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in QC leadership roles, ideally in microbiology or analytical chemistry.
• Experience in cGMP environments and regulatory audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily QC lab operations ensuring compliance with specifications.
• Manage lab personnel, equipment, and testing processes.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Collaboration Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Decision-Making

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

8+ years in QC leadership roles

Tools

SAP

LIMS

Microsoft Office

Electronic QMS

Job description

Job Title: Senior Manager, Quality Control (QC) Laboratory

Location: Petersfield, Hampshire, UK

Overview:
Seeking an experienced Senior Manager to lead Quality Control lab operations in a high-output manufacturing environment. This role focuses on ensuring compliance, driving continuous improvement, and managing lab personnel, equipment, and testing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. QC Lab Operations:
   Lead daily operations to ensure raw materials, mass, and finished goods meet specifications. Oversee sample analysis, inventory, outsourced testing, documentation, and compliance checks. Collaborate cross-functionally on test procedures, specification issues, and risk assessments. Update SOPs and implement CAPAs based on trends and findings.
2. Testing & Data Review:
   Approve test data and review sample records, calculations, and chromatograms. Enter results into SAP/LIMS and manage release of materials and finished goods. Oversee non-routine and microbiological testing.
3. Equipment Management:
   Manage lab equipment procurement, qualification, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Approve equipment validation documents and ensure regulatory compliance.
4. Compliance & Improvement:
   Ensure adherence to GMPs, regulatory standards, and internal procedures. Participate in audits and compliance programs. Lead investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives using lab KPIs. Align team objectives with quality strategy. Mentor, train, and support development of lab staff. Design and execute training programs for quality processes and compliance.

Candidate Profile:

Qualifications & Experience:
8+ years in QC leadership roles, ideally in microbiology or analytical chemistry within regulated industries. Experience managing multiple labs in a cGMP environment. Familiarity with regulatory audits, SOP development, and data integrity requirements. Proficient in data analysis, Microsoft Office, electronic QMS, and SAP.

Skills:
Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills. Analytical thinker with problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. Ability to guide cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder expectations.