QC In Process People Team Leader
Core
Lead and develop a high-performing Quality Control team to ensure efficient, compliant release of finished products through in-process, microbiological, and environmental testing programmes.
Role type
Senior People Team Leader (Quality Control)
Builds
In-process testing, microbiological testing, Environmental Monitoring (EM), and Water & Utilities programmes for pharmaceutical manufacturing
Domain
Pharmaceutical manufacturing / Regulated manufacturing
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
People leadership and coaching, team development, performance management, resource allocation, stakeholder communication, problem-solving, organizational planning
Preferred skills
Background in science or engineering, experience in pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing, knowledge of microbiology/EM/water systems, FDA-regulated environment experience
Technologies
LIMS
Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and develop a team of QC analysts; Set clear, measurable objectives aligned to business and QC goals; Provide regular feedback, performance reviews, and individual development plans; Monitor and manage attendance, annual leave, and overall team capacity; Accountable for the team's delivery against turnaround times for Finished Product, Raw Materials, and In-Process testing; Lead daily QC tier/status meetings; Ensure compliance with cGMP requirements, OOS/OOT investigations, and data integrity standards; Act as a key interface between QC, QA, Manufacturing, and external stakeholders
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people management focus