Supervisor I, Quality Control

Responsible for providing supervision of inspection process and staff. Ensure staffing levels and work assignments meet facility requirements. Assist in the administration of the Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) programs and ensure compliance with the Quality Manual as well as all applicable regulations and standards for which Therapak/VWR is certified to. Perform acceptance activities as required to ensure Company objectives are met. May assist higher level supervisor.

What we are looking for:

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry or other science related field

Who you are:

5 years of related/applicable lab experience, minimum 1 year of supervisory experience.

How you will thrive and create an impact:

• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and regulations from the United Staes Pharmacopeia (USP), European Pharmacopeia (EP), Japanese Pharmacopeia (JP), and the FDA (CFR Part 210 and 211).

• Directly supervise the quality control staff, monitor individual skills and abilities, follow progress of work, anticipate or investigate delays or inadequate performance; take corrective action within limits of established practices.

• Provides technical support to quality control associates.

• Support and enforce the quality system, regulatory policies and work instructions.

• Maintain quality and quantity of output, schedule equipment calibrations, order materials and supplies for upcoming work assignments.

• Provide or schedule training and cross-training to employees in the performance of duties; assist and instruct personnel as necessary to ensure proper workflow through the department.

• Provide guidance to all Quality Control Technicians including test methods, analytical techniques, good laboratory practices, paperwork completion, equipment, schedule interpretation, and LIMS support.

• Review and approve Quality Control documents including but not limited to specifications, procedures, work instructions, validation protocols, and validation reports.

• Ensure department documents and procedures are up to date and reflect current practice, revise procedures and processes when necessary.

• Perform investigations for laboratory out of specification and out of trend results, safety related incidents and/or processes related to the Quality Control Laboratory.

• Understands regulatory requirements and implementation of USP/EP/JP procedures.

• Assists in determining the priority of urgent items and appropriate action plans.

• Enforces safety rules and regulations; ensure work areas are maintained.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

May be exposed to a variety of different chemicals, including flammables, corrosives, oxidizers, and others.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

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