Assistant Manager, Quality Lab | Medical Device MNC | Office Hours #HTJ

RECRUIT EXPRESS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RECRUIT EXPRESS PTE LTD in Singapore seeks a Quality Lab Assistant Manager to oversee laboratory operations and lead a team of Lab Analysts and Controllers supporting quality control and manufacturing activities.

You will ensure compliant laboratory practices with quality and regulatory standards while driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement across the lab team in Singapore and APAC.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science or related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of technical experience in a Quality Control laboratory.
• Experience supervising laboratory personnel is advantageous.
• Experience with LIMS is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel within the Asia-Pacific region.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and coach Lab Analysts, Technicians, Chemists, and Microbiologists in analytical testing activities.
• Ensure testing, data review, and analysis are performed safely, accurately, and reliably.
• Ensure compliance with EN ISO 13485, cGMP, JQMS, and GDP.
• Oversee daily laboratory operations, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review analytical test results and monitor trends to identify anomalies and prevent OOS.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure corrective and preventive actions are completed within timelines.
• Make scientifically sound, risk-based decisions for lab issues.
• Monitor inventory and plan manpower for smooth operations.
• Establish, review, and approve laboratory SOPs.
• Train personnel on SOPs, equipment, methods, and controls.
• Drive safety initiatives and coordinate LIMS projects.
• Manage staff performance and provide coaching to achieve objectives.

Skills

Quality control

Lab supervision

LIMS

Analytical testing

Documentation

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's in Science

Tools

LIMS

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a Quality Lab Assistant Manager to oversee laboratory operations and lead a team of Lab Analysts and Controllers in supporting quality control and manufacturing activities. The role will ensure laboratory practices comply with applicable quality and regulatory standards while driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and coach Lab Analysts, Technicians, Chemists, and Microbiologists in analytical testing activities.
• Ensure laboratory testing, data review, and analysis are performed safely, accurately, and reliably in accordance with established procedures.
• Ensure laboratory operations comply with EN ISO 13485, cGMP, JQMS, and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Oversee daily laboratory operations, troubleshooting, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supervise laboratory testing activities, including equipment troubleshooting, equipment failures, and investigations.
• Review analytical test results for raw materials and finished products and monitor trends to identify potential anomalies and prevent out-of-specification (OOS) situations.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement appropriate corrective actions during laboratory investigations.
• Ensure corrective and preventive actions are completed within the required timelines.
• Make scientifically sound and risk-based decisions when handling laboratory issues and investigations.
• Monitor laboratory inventory to ensure adequate availability of consumables, chemicals, and supplies.
• Plan and schedule laboratory manpower to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Establish, review, and approve laboratory operating procedures where required.
• Train laboratory personnel on SOPs, equipment operation, test methods, and laboratory controls.
• Drive continuous improvement and laboratory safety initiatives.
• Coordinate, develop, and maintain LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) projects.
• Manage staff performance and provide coaching where required to achieve productivity and operational objectives.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Laboratory Manager.

Requirements

• Degree in Science or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of technical experience in a Quality Control laboratory within the medical device, pharmaceutical, food, chemical, or process industry.
• Experience managing or supervising laboratory personnel such as Laboratory Technicians, Analysts, Chemists, or Microbiologists is advantageous.
• Experience with LIMS is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory quality systems, testing procedures, and documentation practices.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Excellent multitasking and time-management abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel within the Asia-Pacific region when required.