We are Reckitt, home to the world's best-loved and most trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose is to protect, heal, and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. Join our global team united by this purpose to make access to high-quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right, not a privilege.
Research & Development at Reckitt comprises highly skilled talents, including Scientists, Engineers, Medical, Clinical, and Regulatory professionals, all working to create a cleaner, healthier world. With nine Centres of Excellence, we constantly seek new opportunities by leveraging science, entrepreneurial spirit, and fearless innovation to develop and enhance our portfolio, without compromising on quality or performance.
We act responsibly and with integrity, ensuring compliance with global regulatory legislation, maintaining product safety, and upholding the highest quality standards. Our organization offers opportunities to learn and work across different functions within R&D, providing exposure to various disciplines, teams, and environments. Additionally, our Research and Development Academy supports our team's growth and development.
About the role
At Reckitt's Nottingham site, the Head of Quality & QP plays a critical role in ensuring the quality and compliance of pharmaceutical products. As part of the site SLT, the QP is legally responsible for certifying that each batch of medicinal product meets all required standards before release for sale or supply.
If you thrive in a dynamic environment and seek a role where your leadership directly contributes to the company's success, we encourage your application.
Responsibilities
* Ensure factory activities comply with regulatory and Reckitt guidelines to minimize risks to consumers, the company, and the brand.
* Identify and communicate risks related to new and existing product developments before factory introduction to prevent non-compliance, rejection, or market failure.
* Facilitate the identification, communication, and ongoing mitigation of quality and compliance risks, reporting to Regional Quality Director, Site Director, and other key stakeholders.
* Manage external regulatory and third-party customer audits.
* Provide QA/QC guidance to Co-packers and licensed suppliers worldwide.
* Provide strong and inspirational leadership to the Site Quality organization.
* Represent Quality on the Site leadership team, escalating risks and guiding solutions.
* Ensure ongoing compliance of regulated operations, offering expert support and pragmatic advice.
* Balance compliance with operational efficiency, allocating resources based on risk levels.
* Maintain an appropriate, compliant, and effectively executed quality management system.
Experience
* Broad understanding of manufacturing operations and quality management systems.
* Thorough knowledge of legal requirements, rules, and guidance for pharmaceutical manufacturing in Europe.
* Understanding of Manufacturing, QA, and QC testing operations.
* Proven track record in a manufacturing environment.
* Strong leadership skills with experience driving quality improvements.
Qualifications
* Life science degree.
* Qualified Person certification.
* Extensive knowledge of manufacturing operations and quality management systems.
* Deep understanding of legal requirements for pharmaceutical and Medical Device products, mainly in Europe and the USA.
* Leadership experience in manufacturing environments.
What we offer
We prioritize inclusion and support our employees through various initiatives, including global Employee Resource Groups, parental benefits, mental health support, life insurance, and share plans. We recognize and reward outstanding performance through short-term incentives aligned with our pay-for-performance philosophy.
We believe in hiring for potential and experience, considering all qualified candidates without discrimination based on age, disability, ethnicity, religion, gender, or other protected characteristics.
#J-18808-Ljbffr