QC Manager- Pharmaceuticals

Role:- QC Manager- Pharmaceutical
Location:-Hertfordshire-Onsite role
Salary:- Competitive salary (DOE)
Hours:- Monday -Friday (Days)

Russell Taylor Group are seeking an experienced and motivated Quality Control (QC) Manager to lead our clients QC department within a GMP-compliant pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in analytical testing (particularly HPLC, GC, TLC etc), demonstrated people management experience, and a solid understanding of GMP requirements. This role is critical in ensuring the quality, safety, and compliance of all products manufactured on site.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage the Quality Control team (a team size currently of 8)
• Oversee and ensure timely and accurate analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products using techniques such as HPLC, GC, UV, and other validated methods.
• Maintain a robust GMP-compliant laboratory environment, ensuring adherence to all internal SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Review and approve analytical data, Certificates of Analysis, and laboratory investigations.
• Collaborate closely with QA, Production, Regulatory Affairs, and R&D departments to support product quality and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead training and development of QC staff to ensure technical competence and regulatory compliance.
• Drive laboratory efficiency, equipment qualification, and method validation activities.
• Monitor and manage laboratory KPIs, workloads, and performance targets.

The Person: -
• Educated to degree level or equivalent in a Scientific degree (BSc) or higher in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• Previous QC Management or Supervisory experience is essential for this role.
• Previous experience working within a GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience in HPLC operation, troubleshooting, and method development/validation.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

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