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
High-performing QC teams delivering compliant testing results
Domain
Pharmaceutical manufacturing / Regulated manufacturing
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
People leadership and coaching, team development and succession planning, performance management, resource allocation and shift coverage, stakeholder communication, compliance oversight (cGMP), continuous improvement (Lean), problem-solving
Preferred skills
Background in science or engineering, experience in pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing, knowledge of microbiology, EM, and 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; Accountable for the team's delivery against turnaround times for Finished Product, Raw Materials, and In-Process testing; Lead daily QC tier/status meetings; Act as a key interface between QC, QA, Manufacturing, and external stakeholders; Deputise in absence of QC Manager as required
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people management focus
