QC Section Head

Work Schedule
Other

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and experienced QC Section Head to join our world-class team in Swindon. As a global leader in scientific innovation, we are committed to enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Joining our team means being part of a company that values performance, quality, and innovation, and provides exceptional resources and opportunities for professional growth.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the first point of escalation for technical, compliance, and personnel problem resolution.
• Lead, plan, and coordinate routine team activities to meet business needs.
• Perform QC Chemistry analysis of incoming goods, in-process samples, intermediates, and finished product samples to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.
• Conduct GMP analysis of stability samples.
• Complete, update, and review technical documentation, including analytical write-ups, standard operating procedures, and GMP forms.
• Verify and calibrate lab equipment.
• Maintain up-to-date training in line with GMP expectations.
• Manage QC chemical, reference standard, and consumable stock levels.
• Perform or coordinate QC batch release procedures and deliver lab throughput in line with the business plan.
• Manage and coordinate stability studies in compliance with business procedures and ICH guidelines.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of international regulatory requirements and act as a Subject Matter Expert during audits and inspections.
• Collaborate and coordinate initiatives with other QC Supervisors and Managers for improved compliance, efficiency, and working conditions.
• Identify and drive Practical Process Improvement (PPI) initiatives.
• Undertake ad-hoc activities as required by the business.
• Support and encourage a "Quality Culture" throughout QC.
• Deputize for the QC Manager in their absence.

• Degree in Chemistry or a strongly related scientific subject area, or equivalent experience.
• At least five years of relevant industrial experience.
• Extensive experience in instrumental and traditional analytical techniques.
• Supervisory experience is desirable.
• Effective communication skills at all internal and external levels.
• Proficient time management and project management skills.