Supervisor, Laboratory Quality Control

TN Ireland; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a QC Lab Supervisor to lead a dynamic team in Westport. This 12-month fixed-term contract offers an exciting opportunity to ensure laboratory excellence, coach analysts, and implement improved practices for efficiency and compliance. You will play a crucial role in maintaining high standards and driving performance improvements while adhering to regulatory guidelines. If you are passionate about quality control and have a strong background in analytical chemistry, this role is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to innovation and community service.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of analytical experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory IT systems and data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily laboratory operations and ensure compliance with guidelines.
• Document testing activities accurately and timely.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

3rd Level Qualification in Science

Tools

HPLC

GC

LCMS

GCMS

Empower

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Supervisor, Laboratory Quality Control, Westport

Client: AbbVie

Location: Westport, Ireland

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 512472bd9a10

Job Views: 2

Posted: 04.05.2025

Expiry Date: 18.06.2025

Job Description

We are now hiring a QC Lab Supervisor to join our team in Westport for a 12 month Fixed-Term Contract. You will lead the QC Chemistry Analysis and Release testing team and ensure the continued success of the team. Ensure that technical and systems excellence is maintained in the laboratory by maintaining your skills, coaching and training analysts to ensure right first time behavior, and implementing improved working practices in terms of efficiency, compliance, and quality.

• Supervise daily laboratory operations, ensuring personnel execute responsibilities in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Support weekly and daily production schedules and participate in the daily Tier 1 meeting to review shift production.
• Document all testing activities, results, and raw data accurately and timely.
• Use laboratory IT systems including LIMS and Empower.
• Adhere to all company standards related to safety, housekeeping, and quality, and notify management of discrepancies.
• Work with team, Supervisors, Quality Manager, and Laboratory Manager to ensure compliance with the Quality Management System.
• Identify issues, problems, and opportunities, providing viable solutions.
• Adopt a people-centered management style while upholding AbbVie's values and ethos.
• Support and execute projects as assigned by the laboratory manager.
• Develop and update in-house laboratory procedures as appropriate.
• Support all EHS & E standards, procedures, and policies.
• Ensure compliance with timelines such as CAPA due dates and identify recovery paths when needed.
• Identify opportunities for laboratory performance improvements and collaborate with the laboratory manager to implement changes.

Qualifications

• 3rd Level Qualification in a Science Discipline, preferably Chemistry-related.
• Minimum 4 years of analytical experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience in analytical roles with HPLC, GC, LCMS, GCMS, automatic titration, and identification techniques.
• Good knowledge of Empower and Data Integrity from a laboratory perspective.
• Excellent communication, organization, time-management, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.

Additional Information

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer committed to integrity, innovation, and community service. For more information, visit:

• Equal Opportunity Employer Details
• Reasonable Accommodation Information