Quality Control Supervisor

Baker Finn Recruitment; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Finn Recruitment seeks a QC Supervisor for its North Dublin site. You will lead daily QC laboratory operations, support QA, Technical Service and Production, and mentor QC Chemists.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemistry (or related) and 3–5 years of QC experience, including 2 years in supervision. Strong knowledge of cGMP, USP, FDA guidance, and analytical methods is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry or a related Science discipline.
• 3–5 years of QC experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, cGMP, USP and FDA guidance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily QC laboratory operations in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Support production schedules and participate in Tier 1 and Tier 2 meetings.
• Escalate issues through the site escalation process as needed.
• Lead and develop QC staff to build capability and succession planning.
• Maintain data integrity, timely records, and calibration/maintenance oversight.

Skills

Leadership

QC Laboratory Operations

GMP Knowledge

Analytical Instrumentation

Scientific Writing

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related Science

Tools

LIMS

TrackWise

EDOCS

Empower

Job description

We are now hiring a QC Supervisor to join our team on our site in North Dublin. 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.
• 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.