Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor

AbbVie; Ireland; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie in Cork is seeking a QC Supervisor for a 12-month contract to lead day-to-day QC laboratory operations and support QA, Technical Service, and Production on site. You will manage a team of QC Chemists, report to the QC Manager, and act as deputy when needed, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and cGMP standards.

The role requires a strong leadership presence and hands-on expertise with analytical methods (HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV/Vis) and related instruments, along with experience in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry or a related Science discipline.
• 3–5 years of QC experience with supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, USP, FDA guidance and QC practices.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, Dissolution, FTIR, UV/Vis and method validation.
• Proficiency with LIMS, Empower, TrackWise and chromatographic software.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily QC laboratory operations and ensure work is performed in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Support daily and weekly production schedules, including participation in Tier 1 and Tier 2 meetings.
• Escalate laboratory, safety, equipment, process, and systems issues through the site escalation process as needed.
• Lead, coach, and develop QC staff to build capability, support performance, and strengthen succession planning.
• Ensure adequate laboratory coverage, timely sample management, and support for internal and external testing activities.
• Maintain high standards for documentation, data integrity, and timely completion of required records and reports.
• Oversee laboratory calibration, maintenance, and equipment utilization metrics.
• Deliver or coordinate training to ensure laboratory personnel are qualified, compliant, and effective in their roles.
• Promote cGMP, safety, housekeeping, and security compliance while maintaining a safe working environment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, support method and process development, and contribute to scientific studies and laboratory enhancements.

Skills

QC supervision

Analytical chemistry

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

HPLC/GC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry

Tools

LIMS

Empower

MS Office

TrackWise

Job description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

We are now hiring a QC Supervisor to join our team on our site in Cork for a 12 month contract. The QC Supervisor is a key member of the Quality Control team, responsible for leading day-to-day quality control laboratory operations and ensuring effective support for QA, Technical Service, and Production in line with site schedules and targets. This role supervises a team of QC Chemists, reports to the QC Manager, and may act as deputy when required. The position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and cGMP standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily QC laboratory operations and ensure work is performed in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.


• Support daily and weekly production schedules, including participation in Tier 1 and Tier 2 meetings.


• Escalate laboratory, safety, equipment, process, and systems issues through the site escalation process as needed.


• Lead, coach, and develop QC staff to build capability, support performance, and strengthen succession planning.


• Ensure adequate laboratory coverage, timely sample management, and support for internal and external testing activities.


• Maintain high standards for documentation, data integrity, and timely completion of required records and reports.


• Oversee laboratory calibration, maintenance, and equipment utilization metrics.


• Deliver or coordinate training to ensure laboratory personnel are qualified, compliant, and effective in their roles.


• Promote cGMP, safety, housekeeping, and security compliance while maintaining a safe working environment.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, support method and process development, and contribute to scientific studies and laboratory enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry or a related Science discipline.


• 3–5 years of relevant QC experience, including at least 2 years of direct supervisory experience or demonstrated staff mentoring.


• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, cGMP requirements, USP, FDA guidance, and QC laboratory practices.


• Experience with analytical instrumentation and laboratory methods such as HPLC, GC, Dissolution, FTIR, UV/Vis, wet chemistry, method validation, method transfer, and compendial verification.


• Proficiency with LIMS, Microsoft Office, TrackWise, EDOCS, and chromatographic software such as Empower, with strong scientific writing and troubleshooting skills.

Additional Information

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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