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Managed Resources · Cork

QC Team Lead

Overview

CLS is currently going through an unprecedented and exciting period of growth and development and is looking for dedicated, solutions-driven team members with a flexible approach who want to be part of the company’s continued success.

Founded in 1994, Complete Laboratory Solutions (CLS) is the highest accredited contract laboratory in Ireland, providing industry-leading sampling and analysis, along with fully trained micro and analytical analysts on contract to clients in the food, environmental, medical device, biopharmaceutical, and pharmaceutical sectors.

We offer bespoke managed service solutions, giving clients the option of having our expert team onsite at their facility or outsourcing services to CLS.

The Role

We are currently recruiting for a QC Team Lead (Micro/IPC) to join a regulated pharmaceutical environment. This is an onsite position responsible for leading microbiology quality control activities, ensuring compliance, and supporting team development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Implement methods and procedures for inspection, testing, and evaluation

  • Coordinate raw material, utilities, in-process, and API analytical testing

  • Plan and coordinate activities related to analytical method transfers

  • Implement and oversee analyst training programmes

  • Support qualification of analytical equipment and associated testing

  • Mentor, train, and supervise QC staff

  • Evaluate team performance and support development opportunities

  • Communicate departmental objectives and performance metrics

  • Act as technical support and reviewer for non-conformance and change control processes

  • Support audits and ensure inspection readiness

  • Manage and communicate laboratory performance metrics

  • Provide input into budget planning

Who You Are

  • A strong team leader with proven supervisory or team lead experience

  • Technically strong in microbiology with a solid understanding of analytical techniques and laboratory equipment

  • Detail-oriented with a strong focus on compliance and quality

  • A proactive communicator with the ability to support and develop team members

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, regulated environment

Where You Come From

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a QC Microbiology role

  • At least 3 years’ experience within the pharmaceutical industry

  • 1–2 years’ experience in a team lead or supervisory role

  • Experience working in an HPRA/FDA regulated environment is essential

  • Level 8 degree in Microbiology or a related discipline

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to work in a growing, dynamic organisation

  • Exposure to a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment

  • Career development and progression opportunities

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

Department
Managed Resources
Role
Laboratory Team Lead
Locations
Cork
Managed Resources · Cork

QC Team Lead

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