QC Microbiology Manager

Kelly Services; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services in Miami, FL seeks a QC Microbiology Manager to lead microbiology quality operations in a regulated manufacturing environment. You will oversee microbiological testing, investigations, quality systems, and ensure products meet quality/regulatory standards.

This role offers technical leadership to strengthen compliance and drive continuous improvement in a life sciences setting supporting medical and surgical applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, or related field.
• Experience in QC microbiology within regulated manufacturing.
• Knowledge of cGMP, microbiological testing, and quality systems.
• Experience leading teams and laboratory oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee QC microbiology laboratory operations ensuring cGMP compliance.
• Manage microbiological testing programs, review results and document/report.
• Oversee deviations, OOS, investigations, root cause analysis and CAPAs.
• Ensure lab procedures and docs meet regulatory requirements.
• Support environmental monitoring and contamination control programs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve quality issues and maintain product integrity.
• Mentor and develop team members, promoting accountability and continuous improvement.
• Support internal/external audits and regulatory inspections.

Skills

Leadership/Team Development

cGMP Knowledge

Microbiology Testing

Investigation & CAPA

Cross-Functional Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology/Biology

Job description

QC Microbiology Manager

Location: Miami, FL

Salary: $90,000–$110,000 annually

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Quality Control (QC) Microbiology Manager to lead microbiology quality operations within a regulated manufacturing environment. This individual will oversee microbiological testing, investigations, quality systems, and compliance activities while ensuring products meet established quality and regulatory standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced quality professional to provide technical leadership, strengthen compliance, and drive continuous improvement in a life sciences environment supporting medical and surgical applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee QC microbiology laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with applicable cGMP requirements and internal quality standards.
• Manage microbiological testing programs, review results, and ensure accurate, timely documentation and reporting.
• Oversee deviations, out-of-specification (OOS) results, investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Ensure laboratory procedures, specifications, and documentation remain current and compliant with regulatory requirements.
• Support environmental monitoring, contamination control, and other microbiological quality programs as applicable.
• Partner cross-functionally with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and other departments to resolve quality issues and maintain product integrity.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members while promoting a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Support internal and external audits, regulatory inspections, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related scientific discipline; advanced education is a plus.
• Experience in QC microbiology within a regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or related manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP requirements, microbiological testing, laboratory compliance, and quality systems.
• Demonstrated experience with investigations, root cause analysis, deviations, and CAPAs.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience, including team development and laboratory oversight.
• Strong analytical, organizational, documentation, and cross-functional communication skills.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff... We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.