Head of Quality Control (m/f/d)

Head of Quality Control (m/f/d)

For one of our international clients in the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector, we are currently seeking a Head of Quality Control (m/f/d).

The company operates globally with state-of-the-art production facilities and a strong focus on delivering high-quality medicinal products. This role offers an opportunity to lead and shape quality control operations in a highly regulated and modern environment.

Your Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the quality control function, ensuring compliance with applicable GMP, GLP, and regulatory requirements
• Review and approve testing instructions and quality control procedures for raw materials, packaging, intermediates, and finished products
• Ensure the proper sampling, handling, identification, and storage of materials and retention samples
• Oversee the execution of all analytical testing activities, ensuring adherence to established methods and specifications
• Ensure timely communication of critical quality events (e.g., OOS results) to relevant stakeholders
• Lead the validation of analytical methods and ensure appropriate qualification, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Drive the continuous improvement of QC processes using performance indicators and operational data
• Ensure laboratories, equipment, and facilities are maintained in a compliant and inspection-ready state
• Take ownership of training and development of quality control personnel, ensuring adequate qualification levels
• Approve or reject materials based on analytical results and specifications
• Collaborate with external partners, including contract laboratories and suppliers, ensuring qualification and performance monitoring
• Support method development, transfers, and validation activities
• Contribute to audits, inspections, self-inspections, and follow-up actions
• Actively participate in change control, deviation management, and continuous quality improvement initiatives
• Be involved in team leadership topics, including resource planning and hiring within the QC function

Your Profile

• Degree in a scientific discipline, preferably Pharmacy or a related field
• Several years of experience in pharmaceutical quality control, including leadership exposure
• Strong knowledge of GMP regulations and laboratory compliance standards
• Confident handling of quality systems, audits, and regulatory inspections
• Excellent organizational skills, decision-making ability, and a structured way of working
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders
• Good command of English and German, both written and spoken
• Solid technical understanding of laboratory operations and equipment

What You Can Expect

• A key leadership position within a stable and internationally active organization
• A modern, highly regulated production environment with advanced technologies
• Strong focus on employee development and continuous learning
• Attractive compensation package including performance-related benefits
• A collaborative and quality-driven company culture

If you are interested in taking the next step in your career within a global pharmaceutical environment, we look forward to hearing from you.