Quality Control Lead (Lab-based)

Navinci; Uppsala kommun; On-site; SEK 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Navinci is seeking a Quality Control Lead responsible for overseeing laboratory QC activities to ensure product safety, quality, and compliance throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. You will perform routine testing and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in an ISO standards laboratory. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential, alongside hands-on experience with relevant technologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in an ISO standards laboratory environment.
• Hands-on experience with immunostaining, immunoassays, antibodies, microscopy, or related technologies is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine quality control testing of raw materials, semi-finished goods, and finished products.
• Lead and coordinate daily operations within the QC laboratory.
• Develop, review, and maintain SOPs, analytical methods, and quality documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor product quality performance throughout the product lifecycle.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Quality awareness

Reliability

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for a hands-on and experienced Quality Control Lead to execute and oversee laboratory-based QC activities. The Quality Control Lead plays a critical role in ensuring product quality, safety, and compliance throughout the entire manufacturing lifecycle. This position is responsible for overseeing QC laboratory operations, performing routine testing, and ensuring that Navinci products meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements. Acting as a subject matter expert and technical lead, the role supports new product introductions and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams—including Production, R&D, and Quality Assurance—to resolve quality issues and drive continuous improvement. This role has no direct reporting personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine quality control testing of raw materials, semi-finished goods, and finished products according to established procedures.
• Lead and coordinate daily operations within the QC laboratory, ensuring timely and accurate testing of materials and products.
• Maintain strict adherence to laboratory safety standards and Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
• Develop, review, and maintain SOPs, analytical methods, and quality documentation.
• Act as the primary QC representative and subject matter expert during transfer of new products from R&D to manufacturing.
• Collaborate closely with Production, R&D, and Quality Assurance teams to troubleshoot and resolve quality issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including CAPA, deviations, and change control processes.
• Monitor product quality performance throughout the product lifecycle.
• Lead training and mentoring of QC staff to ensure adherence to best laboratory practices and procedures.
• Support pilot production, process validation, and scale-up activities.
• Participate in risk assessments and initiatives to enhance operational and product quality.
• Perform time-to-time given tasks by the Director of Operations.

What We Are Looking For

Education and background

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in ISO standards laboratory environment.

Experience

• Hands-on experience with immunostaining, immunoassays, antibodies, microscopy, or related technologies is required.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience in a laboratory environment.
• Knowledge and working with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and regulatory requirements (e.g., GMP, ISO standards).

Skills And Personal Attributes

• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Precision, quality awareness, responsibility, engagement, reliability and flexibility are important personal characteristics.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.