Supervisor, Quality Control Chemistry (Weekend Shift)

Cardinal Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

401k savings plan

Life/Accidental death insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Cardinal Health seeks a Supervisor of Quality Control (Chemistry) to oversee chemists and staff in analytical testing of materials and products. You will lead QA/QC processes, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive method verification and instrument qualification.

The role demands strong technical writing, SOP development, and training of team members, while coordinating with management to resolve investigations and deviations under established site SOPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related science field.
• Experience in radiochemistry, nuclear pharmacy, or health physics preferred.
• 6+ years of relevant work experience with 21 CFR 210, 211 in FDA regulated industry preferred.
• Experience with equipment qualification, software validation, test method validation, and/or process validation preferred.
• Authoring SOPs, Change Controls, CAPAs, Deviations, and Laboratory Investigations preferred.
• Knowledge of validation and technology transfer processes; writing procedures/reports and execution of laboratory tests preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel; strong technical writing skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the daily activities of Chemists or business support staff in analysis of raw materials, drug substance, in-process and drug product testing.
• Acts as quality lead for the QC Chemistry team with limited weekend management presence.
• Identifies quality events and coordinates with QA/QC management to ensure proper handling per SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Oversees technicians and contractors operating analytical equipment and performing tests; documents findings per SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Trains, coaches and develops team in laboratory procedures, techniques and career growth.
• Leads qualification of analytical instrumentation and verification of methods and stability studies.
• Performs technical reviews of investigations, deviations and CAPAs; manages written procedures and documents.

Skills

Quality leadership

Detail oriented

Regulatory knowledge

Technical writing

SOP training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related science field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Cardinal Health, we’re developing the innovative products and services that make healthcare safer and more productive. Join a growing, global company genuinely committed to making a difference for our customers and communities. What a Supervisor, Quality Control (Chemistry) contributes to Cardinal Health Quality Control is responsible for the analysis and inspection of products or processes for compliance with specifications and standards. Demonstrates detail-oriented attention in all facets of responsibilities. Performs analytical evaluation and/or testing of products or processes. Has knowledge of testing methods, product usage, and applicable regulations and standards. Established test methodology and adheres to established policies and procedures. Provides technical guidance and training to others on SOPs and quality guidelines.

Schedule

Anticipated Friday - Sunday 12:00 pm - 12:00 a.m.

Potential to work 1st shift, to cover PTO of other analysts. Initial training for this role will be provided on 1st shift.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the daily activities of Chemists or business support staff in the analysis of raw materials, drug substance, in-process and drug product testing.
• Is a quality lead for the QC Chemistry team while limited management presence is available on weekend shift.
• Identifies quality events and works with QA/QC management remotely to ensure each event is handled in accordance with site SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Oversees chemists and contractors who operate analytical equipment, perform analytical tests, interpret results and documents findings in accordance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Trains, assesses and coaches team in laboratory procedures, techniques and career development as needed.
• Leads and facilitates the qualification of analytical instrumentation, verification of compendia analytical methods, stability studies.
• Performs technical review of investigations, deviations and CAPAs.
• Oversees and authors written procedures and other documents, including amendments.
• Leads team members through the analytical method transfer process.
• Ensures results are consistent with acceptable test parameters and reports abnormal findings from Analytical tests to the Manager of Quality Control (Chemistry).
• Ensures employees operate within guidelines, all necessary testing is carried out, and the associated records are evaluated.
• Assists in the recommendation for approval or rejection of starting materials, intermediate, and finished products.
• Develops and applies practices which will enable the laboratory to meet and exceed desired customer and regulatory standards in a cost‑effective fashion.
• Assists in and/or conduct all laboratory investigations of discrepancies to resolve problems and works with other members of management to ensure corrective action or preventative actions are implemented in a timely manner.
• Remains aware of developments in chemistry by reading current technical literature and attending technical meetings.
• Makes recommendations to other members of management to improve the performance of the laboratories.
• Ensures proper laboratory hygiene and monitors the storage conditions for materials and products used in the labs.
• Executes or participates in internal/external laboratory quality audits, as directed by management to ensure that all associated records are evaluated.
• Assists in training efforts and development of laboratory personnel.
• Works closely with operations regarding the interpretation and implementation of any elements that the system of the Quality Management System, to resolve differences and ultimately ensure the system is understood and applied uniformly.
• Ensures all work is carried out in a manner demonstrating support for and adherence to the Company’s Safety Policy and Procedures, Quality Policy and Procedures, Ethics Policy, Environmental management System, Vision and Strategy, and to exercise good judgement, common sense, and diplomacy in doing so.
• Produces and reviews personal development plans for team members, identifying and providing appropriate training.
• Plays a key role in the creation of analytical equipment qualification protocols and timely delivery of analytical equipment in the various quality control rooms.
• Oversees the execution of all qualification protocols and ensure proper IOQ task completion.
• Ensures any Safey, Quality, or Site actions are completed effectively and in a timely manner and that the escalation process exists to raise quality issued to the appropriate levels of management.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related science field.
• Experience in radiochemistry, nuclear pharmacy, or health physics preferred.
• 6+ years of relevant work experience with 21 CFR 210, 211 in the FDA regulated industry preferred (Pharmaceutical or Medical Device).
• Must have experience with equipment qualification, software validation, test method validation, and/or process validation preferred.
• Has experience in authoring a variety of documentation such as SOPs, Change Controls, CAPAs, Deviations (Nonconformance), and Laboratory Investigations preferred.
• Must understand the validation and technology transfer process and have experience with writing procedures/reports and execution of laboratory tests preferred.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel and possess strong technical writing skills preferred.

Physical/ Mental Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment The primary work environment consists of a professional office environment within a radiopharmaceutical manufacturing facility, the materials warehouse as well as the laboratory setting. The facility is operated under well-controlled and closely monitored conditions that are regulated by both State and Federal agencies, and that are enforced by the corporate internal quality and regulatory groups. Each staff member will receive specific training in keeping radiation exposures within regulatory guidelines and he/she will be routinely monitored for their exposure to radiation. Noise levels are considered low to moderate.

What is expected of you and others at this level Exhibits Cardinal Health's high ethical standards and code of conduct. Applies expertise to improve effectiveness and solves standard and non-standard problems, providing guidance to employees. Sets priorities for the team to ensure task completion, coordinates work activities with 1st shift and facility/department goals. Assists work team in the achievement of goals/commitments, achieving own goals/commitments regardless of obstacles. Has in-depth knowledge of work processes and tools within own area and can function as a subject matter expert (SME). Partners with leadership to make decisions, often difficult and/or unpopular, that impact the work of subordinates within job family; influences subordinates to support decision by presenting rationale/business case. Role models Cardinal Health's high ethical standards and code of conduct. Recognizes development needs and capability gaps in own area and arranges specific projects/assignments to address needs. Provides direction in discussing and creating development plans. Provides input into succession planning process for own work area. Aligns individual goals for self and others with work area/functional goals. Works within budgetary/ financial objectives set by manager, applying knowledge of profit drivers to work processes within own area. Builds confidence and respect of others through a positive and energizing style. Is aware of internal/external business issues and adapts work priorities in own area. Works to anticipate business challenges by identifying quality and service-oriented customer solutions and shares key learnings with others. Encourages subordinates to strive for operational excellence by continually challenging old methods or ways of thinking and taking responsible risks to maximize results; serves as a role model in innovative thinking and in focusing on quality within work. Effectively solicits and explains difficult concepts and persuades others to adopt a point of view; states own point of view. Actively builds relationships across functions/businesses that bring value to the company, encouraging the participation and perspectives of all team members, regardless of background; mentors and empowers others to achieve success Effectively listens to and explains difficult issues to reach shared understanding and build alignment Responsible for being a culture champion by participating in the development, monitoring and sustainment of the culture that is an integral part of the Indy manufacturing site philosophy and vision. Is responsible for embracing and demonstrating the culture of energy, passion and positive atmosphere while delivering superb customer service. Anticipated salary range: $90,000 - $115,000

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities. We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end‑to‑end solutions and data‑driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care. With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future.