About the Role
The Quality Control (QC) Manager is responsible for overseeing all laboratory and analytical activities to ensure that pharmaceutical products meet required quality, safety, and compliance standards. This role manages QC personnel, testing operations, and documentation in accordance with cGMP, regulatory, and company requirements.
Key Activities
Lead and manage day-to-day QC laboratory operations, including raw material, in-process, and finished product testing.
Ensure all analytical tests are performed in compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), GLP, and regulatory standards (FDA, WHO, EMA, etc.).
Supervise, train, and evaluate QC analysts, chemists, and microbiologists.
Approve analytical methods, test results, and Certificates of Analysis (CoA).
Review and approve laboratory documentation such as analytical reports, specifications, SOPs, and validation protocols.
Oversee calibration, qualification, and maintenance of laboratory instruments (e.g., HPLC, GC, UV, FTIR, Dissolution Apparatus).
Manage investigation of OOS (Out of Specification), OOT (Out of Trend), and laboratory deviations; ensure timely root cause analysis and CAPA implementation.
Coordinate with QA for product release and support regulatory audits and inspections.
Ensure proper sample management, reference standards control, and stability study programs.
Preferred Skills
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop technical teams.
Excellent organisational, communication, and documentation skills.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related scientific discipline.
A minimum of 5 years of quality control and analytical laboratory management experience is required.
Prior experience working in a cGMP and/or cGLP environment with standard operating and testing procedures is mandatory.
Prior experience working in an analytical capacity in a laboratory environment is required.
About Us
Finding a great opportunity that fosters growth, a great culture, and leadership opportunities can be difficult. Top Quality Recruitment (TQR) connects professionals with leadership opportunities across the Packaging, Food and Beverage, Medical Devices, and Biotechnology industries. With 50+ years of experience, we believe in one-to-one communication and finding the best candidate/employer match possible.
TQR is an equal-opportunity employer that encourages diversity. We will consider all applications.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.
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