Job Title: QC Team Lead – In-Process Control and Instrumentation
SK pharmteco, a global Contract Development and Manufacturing organisation (CDMO), is seeking a Quality Control Team Lead (In-Process Control and Instrumentation) to join the QC Department based in Swords, Co. Dublin on a permanent basis.
About SK pharmteco
We are part of SK Inc., a Korea company with revenues of $99 billion in 2023. Our mission is to 'produce and deliver life-changing therapies that improve patient outcomes and save lives'. The SK pharmteco facility located in Swords, Co Dublin, Ireland has led the way in the development, scale-up and commercial manufacture of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and Chemical Intermediates for over 60 years.
Current Need:
A vacancy now exists for a Quality Control Team Lead (In-Process Control and Instrumentation) to join the QC Department reporting to the QC Manager at the Swords Campus.
Position Description:
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring in-process testing analysis requirements are met, including instrumentation management in QC. They will ensure compliance with local procedures and regulatory requirements. They will manage a team of IPC analysts and one QC Instrumentation specialist and be responsible for scheduling their work.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage laboratory instrumentation calibration and unplanned maintenance programme
* Purchase and installation of new instruments
* Laboratory instrument change controls
* IPC and instrumentation investigations
Requirements:
The ideal candidate will have:
* Leadership skills and ability to motivate people
* Openness to change and receptivity to new ideas
* Excellent communication skills
* A methodical approach when investigating issues
* Knowledge of FDA and European GMP's, particularly pertaining to laboratory operations and validation
Minimum Requirements:
To be considered for this role, candidates must have:
* A BSc in Analytical Science, Chemistry or a related discipline
* A minimum of 5 years' experience in analytical chemistry
* 1-3 years' management experience preferred
Benefits:
The successful candidate will receive:
* Excellent opportunities for career enhancement and personal development
* Competitive base salary
* Annual bonus linked to business results
* A well-established further education program
* Pension scheme
* Private Healthcare