Analytical Laboratory Manager

ConvaTec
10 months ago
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Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch: Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in advanced wound care, ostomy care, continence care, and infusion care. With around 10,000 colleagues, we provide our products and services in almost 100 countries, united by a promise to be forever caring. Our solutions provide a range of benefits, from infection prevention and protection of at-risk skin, to improved patient outcomes and reduced care costs. Group revenues in 2022 were over $2 billion. The company is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index (LSE:CTEC). To learn more about Convatec, please visit

Job Summary

Our Successful Analytical Lab Manager will manage, prioritise and oversee the analytical testing programme; ensure the effective planning, co-ordination and execution of all testing, and that methods and validation exercises conform to internal procedures, reflect applicable regulations/guidelines and meet industry best practice.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Provide technical and analytical development support to T&I pipeline projects. Actively manage the Analytical team including effective engagement, communication, recruitment, employee development and performance. Accountable for meeting targeted KPI’s and monitoring team performance; drive continuous improvement initiatives. Accountable for the accurate reporting of all analytical and technical documentation. Ensure highest levels of safety and compliance in accordance with EHS policies and laboratory quality systems and processes. Collaborate with relevant project and departmental managers to effectively manage workloads, timelines and priorities within the department. Ensures maintenance, calibration and servicing of laboratory equipment is performed in accordance with ConvaTec procedures. Supports equipment qualification in accordance with ConvaTec’s procedures, including software validation activities for the deployment of equipment software packages. Identify and address OOS/non-conformances in relation to analytical testing, procedures and processes; ensure prompt resolution of identified problems and implement remedial/corrective actions within the agreed timeframes. Provide technical support and guidance to manufacturing sites; support research and trouble-shooting activities, define, and execute strategies for method validations and transfer of methods when required. To keep abreast of current literature to continuously develop analytical methods and investigate new technologies and alternative ways of working. Manage departmental budgets to ensure accurate budget setting and expense management. Contribute as a key member of a R&D team in Design & Development projects under Design Controls.

About You

Bachelor's Degree or higher in a relevant scientific subject. Minimum 7+ years industry experience within a Med Dev/Pharmaceutical laboratory environment; experience in Analytical Chemistry is strongly preferred. Working knowledge and understanding of compliance with FDA and European regulations relating to Quality Systems. Proven management background and experience leading a team of scientists. Proactive with the ability to multi-task and manage a varied workload, including a flair for problem solving, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing solutions. ​ Microsoft Office skills are essential.

Working Conditions

Managing a laboratory environment where staff are exposed to chemicals, reagents and solvents and ensuring that these are disposed in accordance with site and environmental procedures.

Our expectation is for this candidate to work on a Hybrid basis.

Travel

Occasional travel will be necessary in this role (5%) - to attend external training courses, visit manufacturing facilities, external testing houses, equipment vendors, conferences etc.

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