Senior QC Microbiology Manager — Aseptic GMP Leader

Actalent; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) immediate vesting

Paid time off 104 hours per year

Paid holidays

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Control Manager for the Butterworth Site in Grand Rapids, MI. You will lead QC microbiology teams performing environmental monitoring and critical utilities testing to ensure aseptic manufacturing integrity and safety.

Qualifications include a Life Sciences degree, 10–15+ years of experience, and 4+ years in leadership within sterile manufacturing, with strong knowledge of cGMP and FDA guidelines. Competitive benefits and on-site facilities offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences (Microbiology preferred) or related field.
• 10–15+ years of related work experience.
• 4+ years of management or leadership experience.
• 5 years of experience in a sterile manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, FDA guidelines, and regulatory standards.
• Experience in QC, contamination control, and pharma/biotech microbiology.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Oversee environmental monitoring and critical utility monitoring.
• Review microbiology results for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor facility and personnel performance regarding contamination control.
• Investigate environmental and utility out of trend/out of specification results.

Skills

Leadership

Sterile manufacturing

cGMP compliance

FDA guidelines

Regulatory standards

Microbiology QC

Aseptic manufacturing

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences (Microbiology preferred) or related field

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Quality Control Manager for the Butterworth Site in Grand Rapids, MI. You will lead QC microbiology teams performing environmental monitoring and critical utilities testing to ensure aseptic manufacturing integrity and safety.

Qualifications include a Life Sciences degree, 10–15+ years of experience, and 4+ years in leadership within sterile manufacturing, with strong knowledge of cGMP and FDA guidelines. Competitive benefits and on-site facilities offered.