Head of Quality Control

Fraser Dove International; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing CDMO based in Oregon, United States, is looking for a Deputy Head of Quality Control to lead its Chemistry Quality Control laboratory. The successful candidate will manage a team of QC professionals, oversee operations to ensure compliance with GMP standards, and champion data integrity principles. A strong background in Chemistry QC within pharmaceutical manufacturing, along with proven leadership experience, is essential for success in this role. This position offers a pivotal opportunity in a thriving company.

Qualifications

• Experience in a small molecule CDMO or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Experience in a commercial GMP setting.
• Exposure to global regulatory audits is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Chemistry QC laboratory.
• Manage a team of approximately 10 QC professionals.
• Deputise for the Head of Quality Control during audits.
• Oversee analytical testing and method performance.
• Champion data integrity principles and continuous improvement.
• Partner with QA, Manufacturing, and Technical Operations to resolve issues and reduce cycle times.
• Support strategic planning for laboratory capacity and future growth.

Skills

Strong leadership experience within a Chemistry QC laboratory

Proven operational laboratory management experience

Direct experience hosting FDA inspections

Ability to lead, coach, and develop laboratory teams

Knowledge of analytical testing and data integrity requirements

Education

Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Chemistry

Master of Science (MSc) or relevant postgraduate qualification

Tools

GMP systems

Job description

Do you want to take the next step towards leading a Quality Control function?

Are you ready to oversee a high-performing Chemistry laboratory within a commercial small molecule manufacturing site?

Do you enjoy driving operational excellence while preparing yourself to succeed a Head of Quality Control?

Fraser Dove International is partnering exclusively with a growing CDMO. Operating in Oregon, United States, they are committed to delivering safe, compliant, and efficient commercial manufacturing for global pharmaceutical partners.

Our client is seeking a driven and capable leader to oversee Chemistry Quality Control operations, ensuring reliable laboratory performance and acting as deputy to the Head of Quality Control.

Discover more about our Deputy Head of Quality Control opportunity; its objectives, duties/responsibilities and the skills, experience and competencies needed to succeed.

Your objectives:

As the Deputy Head of Quality Control, you will be measured against the following objectives:

• Ensure on-time, right first time delivery of analytical testing to support commercial manufacturing and product release.
• Maintain inspection readiness in line with United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and global Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.
• Develop team capability and operational strength to support succession planning and long-term laboratory performance.

What you will do:

As the Deputy Head of Quality Control, your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Chemistry QC laboratory, ensuring efficient testing, scheduling, and resource management.
• Directly manage and develop a team of approximately 10 QC professionals, setting clear expectations and performance standards.
• Deputise for the Head of Quality Control during audits, inspections, and senior leadership meetings.
• Oversee analytical testing, method performance, and data review to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely batch disposition.
• Champion data integrity principles, laboratory investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner closely with Quality Assurance (QA), Manufacturing, and Technical Operations to resolve issues and reduce cycle times.
• Support strategic planning for laboratory capacity, capability expansion, and future growth.

What you will bring:

These are the skills and experience you will need to succeed as the Deputy Head of Quality Control:

• Strong leadership experience within a Chemistry QC laboratory in a small molecule CDMO or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Proven operational laboratory management experience within a commercial GMP setting.
• Direct experience hosting or supporting FDA inspections, with exposure to global regulatory audits desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop laboratory teams in a regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of analytical testing, laboratory investigations, and data integrity requirements.
• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
• A Master of Science (MSc) or relevant postgraduate qualification is desirable.

Got what it takes?

To apply for the Deputy Head of Quality Control, click the ‘Apply’ button below or contact the Executive Search Consultant – [Rachel Sampson] – on [phone].

Please Note:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job