The QC Lab Manager, reporting to the Site QFS Manager, oversees all laboratory operations-including testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods-to ensure compliance with cGMP/GLP, ISO 17025, and other regulatory requirements. This role collaborates closely across Quality Assurance, Production, Sales, and other ADM functions, and leads a team of chemists and microbiologists while ensuring laboratory accuracy, safety, and impartiality. Responsibilities also include equipment management, documentation review, customer support, and oversight of laboratory audits and continuous improvement efforts.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
Lead, mentor, and develop laboratory staff, conduct performance evaluations and competencies.
Oversee onboarding, initial, and ongoing training for QC Chemists and Microbiologists in laboratory practices and regulatory requirements (cGxP, 21 CFR §§ 11/111/117, ISO 17025, TGA PIC/s).
Manage workload planning, method transfer/validation, SOP development, and adherence to lab quality standards.
Monitor and report on department budget; develop cost-saving strategies.
Ensure effective communication, escalation of quality issues, and cross-department collaboration.
Develop, track, and report laboratory performance metrics.
Quality Control Operations
Oversee scheduling and execution of laboratory tests to ensure accuracy, precision, and reproducibility.
Approve or reject inspections/testing of raw materials, components, in-process samples, and finished goods in accordance with cGMP/GLP.
Lead investigations of deviations, contamination, or analytical errors and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Manage validation, qualification, maintenance, and repair of laboratory equipment; ensure documentation meets design and compliance requirements.
Review and approve all production-related laboratory control processes.
Create and approve Result Reports and Certificates of Analysis (COAs).
Oversee proper storage of retains and enforce laboratory safety protocols (OSHA, NSF, ISO).
Approve and monitor outsourced GMP laboratory services.
Support ISO 17025 and regulatory audits in partnership with the Quality Manager.
Lead continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, or related field.
Experience with ISO and cGMP standards.
Proven background overseeing laboratory facilities and equipment.
Experience working with external testing laboratories.
Working knowledge of ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
Minimum 5 years of laboratory management experience.
Preferred
7+ years overall laboratory experience.
Experience in Quality Control and knowledge of 21 CFR 111 / ISO 17025.
Skills & Abilities
Strong attention to detail with emphasis on accurate and reproducible data.
Excellent verbal and technical writing skills; ability to present to various stakeholders.
Highly organized, task-oriented, and results-driven.
Able to collaborate cross-functionally to gather, analyze, and interpret data.
Demonstrated leadership and change-management capability.
Effective in a fast-paced environment, strong prioritization skills.
Ability to lift 25 lbs.
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Job Post Date: 02/11/26
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