Quality Control Project Manager

Bachem Holding AG; Torrance, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Paid vacation and personal/sick days

Job summary

Bachem Holding AG in Torrance, CA is seeking a Quality Control Project Lead to oversee QC activities, coordinate across departments, and ensure GMP-compliant project delivery.

The role requires 5+ years in QC and 4+ years in GMP-based project management, with hands-on experience in GC, HPLC and KF. The successful candidate will lead communications with RA/QA/PM and drive continuous QC improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related life sciences.
• 5+ years' QC experience in biotech/pharma.
• 3+ years' experience in biotech/pharma CDMO setting.
• 4+ years of project management experience in GMP environment (preferred).
• Extensive experience with GC, HPLC, KF and related instruments.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Ability to coordinate and manage vendor services.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer projects and act as the primary QC contact for project activities, ensuring timely execution and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee testing activities at the Torrance site, including stability studies and regulatory-driven testing.
• Support leadership in project prioritization, resource planning, and allocation for QC activities.
• Coordinate testing between Bachem sites to meet weekly targets for product and service delivery.
• Lead cross-functional resolution of testing issues at contract sites, including deviations and investigations.
• Lead customer communications with RA, QA, PM and other stakeholders on stability issues and regulatory inquiries.
• Lead authoring, review, and approval of project-related protocols, reports and docs.
• Drive continuous improvement in QC lab with KPI monitoring.

Skills

Quality Control

Leadership

Project coordination

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's in Chemistry

Tools

Gas Chromatography (GC)

High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

Karl Fischer (KF)

Job description

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Bachem is a leading, innovation-driven company specializing in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides. With over 50 years of experience and expertise Bachem provides products for research, clinical development and commercial application to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide and offers a comprehensive range of services. Bachem operates internationally with headquarters in Switzerland and locations in Europe, the US and Asia. The company is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. For further information, see www.bachem.com .

A brief overview

Responsible for leading and managing all Quality Control project activities, serving as the primary point of contact between QC teams, cross-functional departments, senior leadership, and external clients. Oversees project planning, execution, resource allocation, risk management, and timeline adherence to ensure successful project delivery. Ensures QC testing activities are completed in compliance with regulatory requirements, GMP standards, and company procedures while driving operational efficiency, strategic communication, and continuous improvement initiatives. Provides leadership and direction to project teams to support organizational objectives and client expectations.

What you will do

• Manage customer projects and serve as the primary Quality Control point of contact for project-related activities, ensuring timely execution, cross-functional coordination, and compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee critical testing activities at the Torrancesite, including stability studies and other regulatory-driven testing requirements.
• Support departmental leadership in project prioritization, resource planning, and allocation to ensure efficient execution of QC activities and project deliverables.
• Coordinate testing activities between Bachem sites to support timely product and service delivery while contributing to achievement of weekly operational and financial targets.
• Lead cross-functional resolution of testing issues at contract sites, including deviations and laboratory investigations, ensuring timely escalation, risk assessment, and effective resolution in alignment with quality and regulatory expectations.
• Lead customer communications with RA, QA, Project Management, and other stakeholders on stability issues, data trends, specification setting, and regulatory inquiries, ensuring clear escalation, alignment, and timely resolution of quality-related matters.
• Lead the authoring, review, and approval of project-related protocols, reports, and associated technical documentation, ensuring scientific accuracy, regulatory compliance, and alignment with GMP requirements.
• Lead and actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the QC laboratory, including development and monitoring of KPIs to drive operational efficiency, compliance, and performance excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related life sciences field
• 5+ years' QC experience in biotech/pharma
• 3+ years' experience in a biotech/pharma CDMO setting
• 4+ years of project management experience in a GMP environment (preferred)
• Extensive experience with the use of analytical techniques/ instruments, including Gas Chromatography (GC), High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Karl Fischer (KF), etc.
• Excellent presentation skills
• Ability to coordinate and maintain contracted vendor services and work assignments.

Base Annual Salary Range: $98,408 - $135,311

Placement of new hires in this wage range is based on several factors including education, skill sets, experience, and training.

Total Rewards

We offer all Team Members a total rewards package including competitive pay, annual performance bonus, a generous benefit package with comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, 401(k) plan with employer contribution, and paid vacation, personal and sick days.

Corporate Social Responsibility

Bachem takes responsibility for future generations by a careful handling of resources and avoiding environmental risks. We continually improve our ecological performance and develop and implement new approaches for enhancing employees' environmental awareness. EcoVadis has awarded Bachem Gold Medal status in their assessment of Bachem.

Bachem Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer

As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate the diversity of our team and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where individuals are hired and advanced based on merit, skills, and qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

At Bachem, you'll find a diverse, multicultural team. The (a)in the job title stands for all. We welcome applications from all candidates. What matters are your skills and motivation-regardless of age, gender, background, religion, or sexual orientation.