QC Lab Manager - Analytical
8:15 - 16:30
£37,000 - £40,000
Hampshire
Science Solutions are pleased to be working in partnership with a world- leading manufacturer of high-quality cosmetic products, this is a new role due to recent growth and they are looking to recruit a QC Lab Manager.
Key Duties:
- Identify SOPs and support the Senior Manager, QC Lab in work instruction updates or creating new based on lab trends and CAPAs.
- Plan, organise, implement and control the daily activities of the QC laboratory to ascertain that both raw materials and assay of finished goods / mass meet internal and external specification.
- Provide the coaching, mentorship and training necessary to support ongoing personal and professional development of QC lab staff (GMP and refresher training)
- Work collaboratively with Planning, GBSC, QA Labs, Manufacturing, Validation, and Operations to drive continuous improvement.
- Review routine supporting test data and results, including sample preparation records, chromatograms / graphs, logbooks, calculations, and data sheets. Enter results in SAP/LIMS.
- Release raw materials, non-OTC mass, and Cosmetic FGs in SAP
- Identify SOPs and support the Senior Manager, QC Lab in work instruction updates or creating new based on lab trends and CAPAs.
Key Requirements:
- Five years' laboratory experience, with at least three years in a supervisory position, preferably in microbiology, analytical chemistry or product evaluation laboratories in Quality Control for a global consumer goods or pharmaceutical company
- Strong knowledge of GMP, ISO and safety guidelines
- Solid knowledge of all laboratory equipment (e.g., Viscometer, ACS Color Computer, Vitek, Analytical Instrumentation)
- Proficient oral and written communication skills and ability to appropriately communicate information to management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Electronic QMS, and SAP systems is preferred