Quality Control Manager (m/f/d)

EPM Scientific are currently partnered with a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation based in the Walloon region of Belgium. They are seeking an experienced QC Manager to lead their Quality Control operations onsite, ensuring compliance, performance, and continuous improvement across laboratory activities. See a summary of the role below:

Role Overview:

• Permanent, full-time, onsite position
• Lead and manage the QC function at site, ensuring timely delivery of analytical results to support manufacturing and batch release activities.
• Act as a key interface between QC, QA, and production teams to ensure alignment on quality standards and operational priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of the QC laboratory, ensuring efficient planning, prioritisation, and execution of testing activities.
• Ensure timely testing and release of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products in line with GMP requirements.
• Lead and develop the QC team, including recruitment, training, performance management, and ongoing development.
• Review and approve analytical data, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
• Drive investigations related to OOS, deviations, and non-conformities, and ensure appropriate CAPA implementation.
• Maintain laboratory compliance through oversight of equipment qualification, calibration, and maintenance programmes.
• Collaborate with QA on audits and inspections, acting as the QC representative during regulatory interactions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimise laboratory efficiency, processes, and compliance systems.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy, or a related scientific discipline.
• Fluency in French is essential; English is an advantage for cross-functional communication.
• Proven experience in a pharmaceutical QC environment, including hands-on laboratory and managerial responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of GMP regulations and quality standards within a regulated manufacturing setting.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to manage, motivate, and develop teams.
• Experience handling deviations, OOS investigations, and CAPA processes.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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