Are you ready to lead with impact in a state-of-the-art drug substance and drug product manufacturing facility? As our QC Microbiology Lead, you’ll be at the forefront of ensuring excellence in microbiological standards and environmental monitoring. This is your opportunity to shape the future of pharmaceutical quality, mentor a high-performing team, and contribute to strategic site initiatives—all while driving continuous improvement and innovation.
What You'll Be Doing
- You'll lead the Microbiology Laboratory, ensuring top-notch quality standards are met.
- Take charge of resolving Microbiology/Environmental Monitoring investigations efficiently.
- Continuously innovate test systems for optimal performance.
- Coordinate resources effectively to maintain both quality and efficiency.
- You'll develop and mentor your team while planning for future leadership succession.
- Manage area expenditure while keeping within budget limits.
- You'll have a voice in contributing to site management's operational and strategic initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with cGMP, EHS, and other business regulations.
What We're Looking For
Required
- You hold a degree or 3rd level qualification in Science/Quality.
- You bring at least 5 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical industry with significant leadership roles.
- Experience in Microbiology/Environmental Monitoring and frontline supervisory roles is essential.
- You possess knowledge and application of Lean methodologies.
- Your strong leadership, change management, and continuous improvement skills will shine here.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills are part of your expertise.
- Scientific qualification and relevant experience in pharmaceutical laboratory management.
Preferred
- We value candidates with a Master's degree.
- A Project Management qualification, such as Project Management Professional, is a plus.
- Evidence of continuous professional development is highly regarded.
Required Skills:
Change Management, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Environmental Monitoring, GMP Compliance, Leadership, Lean Methodologies, Microbiology, People Management, Quality Control (QC), Quality Standards
