QC Team Lead

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QC Team Lead

  • Location: South Cambridgeshire District
  • Salary: Up to £45000.00 per annum + plus benefits per year
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 7 days ago

Are you an experienced QC professional with a passion for team leadership and process improvement?

We are looking for a talented QC Team Lead to lead and develop a high-performing team, ensuring the delivery of quality objectives while driving continuous improvement in a dynamic environment. This hands-on leadership role requires a blend of technical expertise and strong people management skills.

On a day to day basis you will:

  • Lead and manage the QC team, setting clear objectives and driving individual and team performance.
  • Oversee and improve QC systems and processes, ensuring compliance with GMP standards.
  • Lead technical assessments, independently determining the best approach for method validation, transfer, and verification across multiple techniques
  • Nurture a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring high-quality results while promoting safety and environmental standards.
  • Develop team capabilities and manage training requirements to maintain technical proficiency.
  • Prepare and review technical reports, providing detailed analysis and recommendations.
  • Take ownership of lab error investigations, ensuring thorough and timely resolutions.
  • Support audits and inspections to ensure ongoing inspection readiness.

What do we need from you?

  • A degree in a relevant science discipline.
  • Proven experience in people management, performance development, and leadership.
  • Strong technical knowledge in analytical validation, method transfer, and verification principles
  • Wide knowledge of analytical techniques (HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV, etc.).
  • Demonstrable pharmaceutical experience with QC process (sample management, stability management, reference and retains sample management)
  • In-depth understanding of GMP and the ability to assess and address technical challenges independently.
  • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present detailed technical reports in writing and verbally to stakeholders.
  • A proactive approach to driving development, change, and continuous improvement within the team.

What can you expect in return?

  • Salary £45,000
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Medical & Dental Care
  • Subsidised restaurant
  • Pension scheme
  • Discretionary bonus scheme
  • Voucher scheme

Interested to learn more? Get in touch with your CV today!