QC Manager

Reference: 87506_1789103191

Smart4Sciences is recruiting for a Quality Control Manager to join a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced QC professional to lead a Quality Control team responsible for ensuring the testing, release, and compliance of pharmaceutical products within a highly regulated GMP environment.

The Role

  • Lead, mentor, and develop the Quality Control team
  • Oversee routine QC testing and product release activities
  • Review analytical data, laboratory investigations, deviations, and CAPAs
  • Ensure compliance with GMP, regulatory, and company quality standards
  • Manage analytical method validation, transfer, and continuous improvement activities
  • Support audits and maintain inspection readiness
  • Prepare and review QC documentation, SOPs, and laboratory records
  • Drive a culture of quality, safety, and operational excellence

The Candidate

  • Degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline
  • Proven experience within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical QC environment
  • Previous leadership, supervisory, or management experience within Quality Control
  • Strong knowledge of analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, and related laboratory instrumentation
  • Excellent understanding of GMP, investigations, deviations, and CAPAs
  • Strong communication, organisation, and people management skills

If you're looking to progress your career within Quality Control leadership and make a real impact within a growing pharmaceutical organisation, Smart4Sciences would love to hear from you.

£10,000.00 - £20,000.00
Per annum
Negotiable
Added 11/09/2026
Reference: 87506_1789103191

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