Senior QC Manager - GMP Manufacturing Lead

Lonza; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development & advancement

Collaborative team environment

Access to cutting-edge technology

Commitment to employee well-being and

Inclusive workplace culture

Recognition and rewards

Job summary

Lonza in Portsmouth, NH is seeking a Quality Control Manager - PM to lead QC operations and drive cross-functional projects in a manufacturing setting. You will manage timelines, risk, and continuous improvement while partnering with multiple departments to ensure regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, hands-on QC expertise, and the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent collaboration and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry or related science.
• 10+ years of QC experience in a cGMP-regulated environment.
• Knowledge of US/European/International codes and pharma standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning, timelines, and stakeholder communication while managing risks.
• Drive laboratory performance, support inspection readiness, and continuous improvement.
• Hiring, organizing, training and retaining energized, team-oriented staff.
• Ensure QC policies and procedures meet regulatory and customer inspection readiness.
• Collaborate with QC leaders and other departments to meet timelines.
• Represent QC in customer meetings and develop leadership within QC staff.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology/Biochemistry

Tools

cGMP knowledge

Job description

Lonza in Portsmouth, NH is seeking a Quality Control Manager - PM to lead QC operations and drive cross-functional projects in a manufacturing setting. You will manage timelines, risk, and continuous improvement while partnering with multiple departments to ensure regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, hands-on QC expertise, and the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent collaboration and communication skills are essential.