Supervisor, QC Microbiology M-F 1PM to 9PM

Davita Inc.; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in biopharma is seeking a QC Microbiology Manager to oversee laboratory operations, ensure compliance with GMP standards, and lead a talented team. This role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and a background in microbiology, with responsibilities including staff mentorship, oversight of quality testing, and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' GMP QC experience or over 5 years' experience with a Bachelor's.
• 1-3 years' leadership experience in GMP QC Microbiology.
• Experience in aseptic manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lab personnel and oversee work schedules.
• Ensure timely testing and release of all samples.
• Collaborate with Operations to maintain sterility and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Statistical Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Education

Master's Degree in Microbiology or Biology

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the QC Microbiology laboratory, including overseeing environmental monitoring of classified spaces and routine testing of USP-controlled utility systems and microbiological assays of in-process samples and finished products. Ensure timely testing and release of all samples. Relies on experience, analytical skills, and knowledge to make judgments to accomplish goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The duties include but are not limited to:

• Supervise lab personnel and oversee work schedules.
• Mentor and develop staff to meet technical and business needs.
• Perform trending and data analysis with statistical evaluation of environmental monitoring and utility data, and write quarterly reports.
• Investigate Environmental Monitoring excursions and incidents during aseptic filling and routine monitoring.
• Conduct risk assessments and investigations with CAPAs.
• Collaborate with Operations and Facilities to maintain process sterility and aseptic conditions.
• Identify microbial contaminants and isolates.
• Oversee endotoxin, bioburden testing, growth promotion of media, environmental monitoring, and utilities testing.
• Support validation, calibration, and maintenance of microbiological equipment.
• Maintain relationships across sites, organizations, and clients.
• Ensure cGMP compliance and timely delivery of quality results.
• Write and review SOPs and coordinate method development and validation.
• Guide personnel to ensure test results and procedures comply with regulatory standards.

Special Demands: The physical demands are representative of those needed to perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must be physically capable to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Self-motivated with a drive for excellence; capable of inspiring staff.
• Positive attitude and interpersonal skills.
• Honesty, integrity, respect, and courtesy.
• Ability to work in a complex environment with competing demands.
• Deal effectively with ambiguity.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficient in statistical and data analysis.
• Ability to multitask.
• Deep knowledge of US, EU, and international environmental monitoring regulations.

Work Environment: The work environment includes working at all NH PCI sites, including remote locations, gowning in ISO environments, lifting up to 20 lbs., supporting off-shift activities, managing staff responsibilities, and traveling as needed.

• Must be able to work at all sites, including remote locations.
• Ability to gown and work in ISO environments.
• Lift to 20 lbs.
• Support off-shift activities occasionally.

Qualifications: The following are required or preferred:

• Master's Degree in Microbiology, Biology, or similar with 3-5 years' GMP QC experience; or Bachelor's Degree with over 5 years' experience.
• Leadership experience in GMP QC Microbiology for 1-3 years.
• Experience in aseptic manufacturing preferred.

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