GMP Quality Lead III — Manufacturing Team Leader

Katecho LLC; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance Options

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Katecho LLC in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Quality Lead to ensure GMP-compliant manufacturing and adherence to internal specs. You will oversee a Surmasis cleanroom team, perform QA checks on in-process and finished goods, review documentation, and train staff while prioritizing safety and efficiency.

Key responsibilities include leading the department, supporting batch activities, identifying quality issues, and maintaining 5S and organized records.

Qualifications

• Must lead and influence others by example.
• Able to read and understand product criteria on engineering drawings.
• Able to direct and train employees.
• Able to supervise multiple activities simultaneously.
• Able to work and communicate well with others.
• Able to read and write English.
• Must pass a background check.
• Must complete a position assessment test.

Responsibilities

• Leads a team by example in attitude, work quality, and communication.
• Supports batch manufacturing activities by performing quality verifications and sampling.
• Reviews documents to ensure GMP and SOP compliance.
• Identifies, investigates, and reports on quality issues.
• Performs line clearance, inspections, and physical testing.
• Interprets data and communicates results to Quality management.
• Maintains a clean, organized area and 5S standards.
• Trains and mentors other leads.

Skills

Leadership

Multitasking

Communication

Reading drawings

English literacy

Self-motivation

Cycle counting

Team training

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Katecho LLC in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Quality Lead to ensure GMP-compliant manufacturing and adherence to internal specs. You will oversee a Surmasis cleanroom team, perform QA checks on in-process and finished goods, review documentation, and train staff while prioritizing safety and efficiency.

Key responsibilities include leading the department, supporting batch activities, identifying quality issues, and maintaining 5S and organized records.