CK Group are recruiting for a QC Team Lead, to join a leading pharmaceutical organisation, that develop and manufacture veterinary products. This role will be working on site in Dundee, on a permanent basis.
The Role:
You will support the manufacturing business ensuring raw materials, finished products and stability are tested to meet the highest level of quality standards and business requirements
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the Head of QC in cultivating a culture of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement (GMP, GLP, Data Integrity, Housekeeping).
* Provide leadership and technical guidance to analysts, including training, coaching, development, mentorship, and ongoing performance management.
* Oversee the QC analysts day-to-day operations,
* Ensure timely review and approval of QC testing across raw materials, in-process, finished products, stability, and validation samples.
* Oversee the closure of CAPAs, incidents, change controls, audits, SOPs, and method updates.
* Manage laboratory systems and processes to maintain efficiency and regulatory compliance.
* Participate in client and project meetings, ensuring seamless process management and timely invoicing.
* Maintain accurate planning and scheduling, including 12-week visibility and timely completion of PQRs.
* Ensure effective stability sample management and documentation.
* Drive adherence to SOPs, GMP standards, and company policies.
* Provide timely client feedback and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.
* Champion Health and Safety by adhering to policies, reporting incidents, identifying risks, and promoting a strong safety culture.
Your Background:
* Educated to degree level or above in life Science, Chemistry or a related field.
* Proven track record of leading and developing a team of QC analysts and significant experience in a similar role.
* Strong knowledge of GMP and Global Pharmaceutical Regulations
* Expertise in chemistry, laboratory techniques, and chromatography systems/software.
* Proficiency in analytical method development, transfer, and technical documentation (e.g., SOPs, reports).
* Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and resource management skills.
* A collaborative, solution-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
Apply:
It is essential all applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 161 420 in all correspondence.