Microbiology QC Lead - Day Shift, Quality & Growth

Lonza Group; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Career growth

Professional development

Meaningful work

Collaborative culture

Agile working culture

Job summary

Lonza in Portsmouth, NH is seeking a QC Supervisor – Microbiology to lead a team of QC analysts performing microbiological testing in a GMP-regulated environment. This role ensures testing aligns with manufacturing schedules, product release, and customer commitments.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology and prior QC supervision experience, with strong problem-solving, coaching, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a Quality Control laboratory within a GMP-regulated environment.
• Strong Microbiology experience; Environmental Monitoring experience is preferred.
• Previous supervisory or people management experience with a proven ability to lead teams.
• Strong performance management skills, including coaching, mentoring, and accountability.
• Experience supporting or leading process improvement and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of QC analysts performing microbiological testing in a GMP-regulated environment.
• Ensure laboratory activities support manufacturing schedules, product release, and customer commitments.
• Plan, prioritize, and coordinate testing activities to achieve quality and operational goals.
• Review and approve laboratory documentation while ensuring compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements.
• Drive accountability, performance, and professional development through coaching and mentoring.
• Lead process improvement initiatives that enhance laboratory effectiveness, compliance, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and site stakeholders to resolve issues and support business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Microbiology

GxP / GMP

Environmental Monitoring

Process Improvement

Coaching

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology

Job description

Lonza in Portsmouth, NH is seeking a QC Supervisor – Microbiology to lead a team of QC analysts performing microbiological testing in a GMP-regulated environment. This role ensures testing aligns with manufacturing schedules, product release, and customer commitments.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology and prior QC supervision experience, with strong problem-solving, coaching, and communication skills.