Quality Lab Lead — ISO13485 & cGMP Champion

RECRUIT EXPRESS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

RECRUIT EXPRESS PTE LTD is seeking 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 requires ensuring compliance with quality standards while driving operational efficiency.

The successful candidate will supervise staff, review test results, perform root cause analyses, maintain LIMS, and train personnel on SOPs. Travel to the Asia-Pacific region may be required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science or related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of technical experience in a Quality Control laboratory in relevant industries (medical device, pharmaceutical, food, chemical, or process).
• Experience managing or supervising laboratory personnel (Laboratory Technicians, Analysts, Chemists, or Microbiologists).
• 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.

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 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 projects.
• Manage staff performance and provide coaching to achieve productivity and objectives.

Skills

Quality control

Laboratory supervision

Analytical skills

Documentation

Time management

Project management

Communication

LIMS

Problem solving

Travel willingness

Education

Degree in Science

Tools

LIMS

Job description

RECRUIT EXPRESS PTE LTD is seeking 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 requires ensuring compliance with quality standards while driving operational efficiency.

The successful candidate will supervise staff, review test results, perform root cause analyses, maintain LIMS, and train personnel on SOPs. Travel to the Asia-Pacific region may be required.