QC Team Leader - Pharmaceutical - Permanent - North West, UK

Our client is a long established pharmaceutical manufacturer with a fantastic reputation. At present they are seeking a QC Team Leader on a permanent basis at their manufacturing facility in the North West, UK.

Responsibilities:
To manage the analytical testing of solid dose products. To ensure that all testing is carried out within the requirements of cGMP, Health and Safety and COSHH. To critically review analytical data, and where specifications are met, approve products for further processing.
In this role, you will be responsible for leading a team of analysts and ensuring that release of the product meet the highest standards of quality and consistency. You will be a key player in driving continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with industry regulation and company polices.

Experience and Qualifications:

* Science degree in Chemistry or equivalent qualification.

* Previous experience within a pharmaceutical or equivalent laboratory environment is essential.

* A thorough understanding of current GMP, Health and Safety and COSHH regulation and sound supervisory and interpersonal skills.

* Manage the workload of the QC solid dose team, including preparing weekly and daily work schedules.

* Previous experience in leading OOS/OOT investigations and deviations is essential.

* Previous experience in leading a team is preferred.

* Previous experience in representing the QC group at internal, customer and regulatory audits and liaising with the regulatory affair department is essential

* Experience in leading the analytical method transfer, verification and validation is preferred