QC Lab Lead – 12-Month Contract (Cork)

AbbVie; Cork; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie Cork site is hiring a QC Supervisor on a 12-month contract to lead daily quality control laboratory operations, support QA and Production, and ensure compliance with cGMP and regulatory requirements.

The role supervises QC chemists, drives documentation, data integrity, and equipment utilization, and fosters calibration, method transfer, and continuous improvement through coaching and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry or related Science discipline.
• 3-5 years of QC experience with 2+ years in a supervisory or mentoring role.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing, cGMP, USP, FDA guidance and QC practices.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation and lab methods (HPLC, GC, Dissolution, FTIR, UV/Vis).

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily QC laboratory operations in line with regulatory requirements.
• Support production schedules and participate in Tier 1/2 meetings.
• Escalate issues related to laboratory, safety, equipment, and processes as needed.
• Lead, coach and develop QC staff to build capability and succession.
• Maintain documentation, data integrity, and timely records and reports.
• Oversee calibration, maintenance, and equipment utilization metrics.
• Deliver training to ensure qualification and compliance of staff.
• Promote cGMP, safety, housekeeping and security in the lab.
• Drive continuous improvement and contribute to method and process development.

Skills

Leadership

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related Science

Tools

LIMS

TrackWise

EDOCS

Empower

Job description

AbbVie Cork site is hiring a QC Supervisor on a 12-month contract to lead daily quality control laboratory operations, support QA and Production, and ensure compliance with cGMP and regulatory requirements.

The role supervises QC chemists, drives documentation, data integrity, and equipment utilization, and fosters calibration, method transfer, and continuous improvement through coaching and training.