Supervisor I, QC Lab

AbbVie; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Participation in short-term incentive programs

Job summary

AbbVie in Waco, Texas seeks a QC Lab Supervisor I responsible for supervising Lab Analysts and overseeing laboratory operations, including chemical analysis and quality compliance. The ideal candidate will ensure effective utilization of resources and lead a high-performing team on a 3rd shift schedule.

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific field and have at least 2 years of QC laboratory experience. A competitive benefits package is offered, alongside opportunities for professional growth within a renowned organization.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of QC Lab experience required.
• Demonstrated scientific knowledge and expertise in relevant fields.
• General knowledge in cGMPs and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high performing team.
• Oversee laboratory operations and functions.
• Review and approve data related to analytical product release.

Skills

Problem-solving

Technical writing

Decision-making

Teamwork

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, or Biology

Tools

Analytical laboratory equipment

Job description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people® lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology, and neuroscience, and offer products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.

Job Description

The QC Lab Supervisor I is responsible for the organization, administration, and supervision of Lab Analysts and other Lab employees; properly overseeing the day‑to‑day operations by prioritizing shop floor presence and receiving guidance and direction from more senior leaders. Oversees the processes of chemical analysis and release of raw materials, in‑process, and final products in compliance with current quality criteria while respecting deadlines and managing costs. Ensures effective and efficient utilization of laboratory resources through management of laboratory support activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high performing team while prioritizing shop floor presence. This includes hiring, setting performance expectations, providing continuous and on‑time performance feedback, coaching staff, assisting in problem solving, and handling employee matters. Ensure that the department has the appropriate talent and level of performance to meet business objectives. Monitor administration of training, identify training needs, and ensure development of the team.
• Oversee the operation and functions of the laboratory group which may include Raw Materials, Finished Products, Projects/validation samples, and environmental monitoring.
• Identify aspects of the tests or results warranting further attention and implement corrective actions.
• Review and approve data (may relate to analytical product release depending on regional regulatory requirements).
• Support laboratory investigations, including out-of-specification test results, and ensure effective corrective actions are implemented.
• Effectively understand, communicate, and present QC Metrics. Attend and lead Tier meetings.
• Ensure appropriate procedures are in place and that QC activities are executed in line with internal procedures, requirements of cGMP, and relevant safety standards. Assist in implementing continuous improvement actions to lab processes.
• Assist analysts with analytical/microbial instrumentation. Assure instrumentation availability to achieve schedule and improve capacity by ensuring that preventive and repair maintenance, as well as material qualifications, are carried out in a timely manner. Plan the needs of instruments by maintaining permanent technical and technological intelligence. Apply systematic corrections and/or corrective actions that mitigate the risk of recurrent instrumentation failures.
• Assist in the periodic inspection of laboratory facilities to ensure that they are operated and administered according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices, maintaining laboratory audit readiness. When required, support supplier, internal, and regulatory audits.
• May serve as a backup when the Lab Manager is unavailable.
• Generate and manage non-hazardous and hazardous waste, according with the internal operating procedures and in compliance with local and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in a Scientific field (Chemistry, Microbiology, or Biology).
• 2+ years of QC Lab experience required.
• Demonstrated thorough scientific knowledge and technical expertise in chemistry, technical writing, investigations, analytical laboratory equipment, and laboratory operations required.
• General knowledge in cGMPs, compendia, and regulations required.
• Effective problem-solving, decision-making, teamwork, influence, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills required. Ability to foster an inclusive environment.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and coordinate work both within the department and with other departments.
• Ability to interpret the impact of laboratory data for appropriate and effective actions.
• Ability to identify, develop, communicate, and follow through to completion necessary corrective action plans to resolve problems.
• This is a 3rd Shift position. Hours: 5:45 pm-6:00 am.

Additional Information

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• This job is eligible to participate in our short‑term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company’s sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

Abbvie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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