What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory and Quality Control Manager position at Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom?
We are a growing, regulated manufacturing company producing OTC pharmaceuticals, homeopathic remedies, and medical device components. Our goal is to maintain high-quality products while adhering to strict quality standards and regulations.
Job Summary
We seek an experienced QC Laboratory Manager to oversee QC lab operations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a thorough understanding of pharmaceutical regulations and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage team schedules and workload to meet deadlines.
- Promote a culture of quality and regulatory compliance in the laboratory.
- Manage lab equipment: calibration, maintenance, and qualification.
- Maintain inventory of lab consumables and supplies to ensure seamless workflow.
- Oversee sample receipt, handling, and analysis.
- Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure test accuracy and consistency.
- Maintain QC programs (stability, environmental monitoring, vendor qualifications, water testing, hazardous waste, preventive maintenance, data trending).
- Monitor QC data for trends and issues; Investigate and document out-of-specification results, deviations, and non-conformances.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all quality-related activities are performed in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Requirements
To be considered for this position, applicants must possess:
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field.
- Pharmaceutical QC lab experience, preferably in a leadership role.
- Thorough understanding of pharmaceutical regulations and quality standards.
- Knowledge of microbiological methodologies and experienced with analytical instruments (HPLC, FTIR, UV-Vis, etc.). Skilled in data analysis and interpretation.
- Strong knowledge of lab safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
- Proficient in writing technical documents, protocols, reports, and procedures.
- Capable of managing multiple projects with tight deadlines and effective time management.
