Quality Lead

PL Developments Careers; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision

401K

Life Insurance

Flex Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Discount Program

Growth opportunities

Job summary

PL Developments in Miami, FL is seeking a Quality Lead to drive analytical QC laboratory operations in a cGMP environment. The role ensures analytical testing, stability programs, documentation, and equipment activities meet regulatory and company standards.

The position provides technical leadership, supports investigations, maintains audit readiness, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to sustain product quality and continuous improvement of laboratory operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 5–10 years of progressive analytical laboratory experience in a regulated cGMP environment.
• 3–5 years of leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of analytical testing, stability programs, and laboratory instrumentation.
• Experience with stability study setup, sample management, data review, and related documentation.
• Working knowledge of cGMP, data integrity, deviation management, CAPA, and audits.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across QA, QC, Operations, and external labs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and lab software systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead QC laboratory operations ensuring cGMP compliance and quality.
• Oversee analytical testing and stability program support for products.
• Maintain audit readiness and comprehensive laboratory documentation.
• Coordinate calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Investigate deviations and support CAPA and investigations.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Operations and external labs.

Skills

Analytical testing

Laboratory leadership

cGMP compliance

Data integrity

Documentation practices

Audit readiness

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Laboratory software

Job description

Locations

Showing 1 location 10400 NW 29th Terrace
10400 NW 29th Terrace
Miami, FL 33172, USA
10400 NW 29th Terrace
10400 NW 29th Terrace
Miami, FL 33172, USA

• On-site
• Lead
• Full-Time

Description

PL Developments, also known as PLD, is a leading manufacturer, packager, and distributor of over-the-counter (OTC) pharmaceutical products and consumer healthcare goods.

SUMMARY

The Quality Lead is responsible for leading Quality Control laboratory operations and ensuring analytical testing, stability programs, laboratory documentation, and equipment activities are performed in compliance with cGMP requirements and company procedures. This role provides technical leadership, supports laboratory investigations, maintains audit readiness, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement of laboratory operations.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of 5–10 years of progressive analytical laboratory experience in a pharmaceutical, OTC, medical device, or other regulated cGMP environment, with demonstrated responsibility in quality control and laboratory operations.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in leadership roles and technical experience is preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of analytical testing, stability program support, laboratory instrumentation, calibration systems, preventive maintenance coordination, and troubleshooting of routine laboratory equipment.
• Demonstrated experience with stability study set-up, sample management, protocol execution, sample pull scheduling, data review, and issuance of stability-related documentation and summary reports.
• Working knowledge of cGMP requirements, good documentation practices, data integrity principles, laboratory investigations, deviation management, OOS/OOT processes, CAPA systems, and audit readiness expectations applicable to pharmaceutical laboratories.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple activities, manage timelines, and perform effectively with minimal supervision
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Operations, external laboratories, and service providers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and laboratory software systems, including the ability to maintain secure, accurate, compliant, and inspection-ready records.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of 5–10 years of progressive analytical laboratory experience in a pharmaceutical, OTC, medical device, or other regulated cGMP environment, with demonstrated responsibility in quality control and laboratory operations.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in leadership roles and technical experience is preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of analytical testing, stability program support, laboratory instrumentation, calibration systems, preventive maintenance coordination, and troubleshooting of routine laboratory equipment.
• Demonstrated experience with stability study set-up, sample management, protocol execution, sample pull scheduling, data review, and issuance of stability-related documentation and summary reports.
• Working knowledge of cGMP requirements, good documentation practices, data integrity principles, laboratory investigations, deviation management, OOS/OOT processes, CAPA systems, and audit readiness expectations applicable to pharmaceutical laboratories.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple activities, manage timelines, and perform effectively with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Operations, external laboratories, and service providers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and laboratory software systems, including the ability to maintain secure, accurate, compliant, and inspection-ready records.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work safely and follow all OSHA regulations and company safety policies and procedures.
• Works frequently in a lab environment, handling of chemicals.
• Employees are required to wear eye protection and lab coats while in the lab area
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 lbs
• Ability to regularly stand, sit, and walk to perform tasks

BENEFITS

PLD is a proud equal opportunity employer offering many corporate benefits, including:

• Medical and Dental Benefits
• Vision
• 401K with employer match
• Group Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Corporate Discount Program
• Opportunities to Flourish Within the Company

PL Developments is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

5-10 years: Minimum of 5–10 years of progressive analytical laboratory experience in a pharmaceutical, OTC, medical device, or other regulated cGMP environment, with demonstrated responsibility in quality control and laboratory operations.

Preferred

3-5 years: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in leadership roles and technical experience is preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer
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