We're looking for an experienced QC Laboratory Manager to lead laboratory operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
This is an opportunity to play a key role in ensuring product quality, maintaining compliance standards, and driving continuous improvement within a high-performing quality function.
What you'll be doing:
• Lead day-to-day laboratory operations, including testing, sample management, and documentation control
• Ensure timely and accurate testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products
• Provide technical leadership and troubleshooting support across laboratory processes and equipment
• Lead investigations into quality deviations and support corrective actions
• Maintain compliance with regulatory, GMP, and quality management requirements
• Manage laboratory equipment lifecycle activities including qualification and change control
• Drive performance improvements through KPIs, coaching, and team development
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support operational excellence and customer quality expectations
What we're looking for:
• Degree-qualified in a science-related discipline
• 5+ years laboratory experience with leadership or supervisory experience
• Background in analytical chemistry, product testing, QC, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, consumer goods, or similar regulated environments
• Strong knowledge of GMP, quality systems, and laboratory compliance requirements
• Experience working with electronic quality systems, ERP/LIMS platforms, and laboratory instrumentation
• Strong analytical thinking, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Location: On-site role (5 days per week)
Why join?
Join a large-scale manufacturing operation where you'll have the opportunity to shape quality standards, influence strategy, and lead teams delivering products used by consumers worldwide.