Specialist, QC Systems and Support – QC Planner
Core
Supports reliable and efficient Quality Control (QC) laboratory operations by maintaining and improving systems used to plan and schedule laboratory testing, coordinating planning activities, and aligning schedules with business and operational priorities.
Role type
Specialist, QC Systems and Support – QC Planner
Builds
QC planning systems, schedules, and forecasts for cell therapy manufacturing
Domain
Life Sciences / Cell Therapy Manufacturing / Quality Control
Required skills
cGMP and Global Regulatory compliance, Lab system management (Smart QC, LIMS, SAP), Data forecasting and capacity planning, System troubleshooting and validation, User training and change management, Risk identification and escalation
Preferred skills
Experience in regulated laboratory environments, Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, Project, SharePoint, Teams), Independent problem-solving and decision-making
Technologies
Smart QC, LIMS, SAP, Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Word)
Responsibilities
Maintain and optimize QC scheduling and planning systems; Coordinate QC planning activities with labs and stakeholders; Maintain short- and long-term workload forecasts; Manage planning tool data, user access, and reporting; Resolve planning tool issues and document feedback; Provide performance insights to QC management; Train peers on planning tools and processes; Support UAT, implementation, and validation of system changes; Maintain contingency plans for system disruptions
Seniority
Specialist, mid-level IC