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Job Function: Quality
Job Sub Function: Quality Control
Job Category: People Leader
All Job Posting Locations: Blackpool, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Job Description:
J&J MedTech is recruiting for a Quality Control Laboratory Lead reporting to the Site Quality Leader within the Quality department and to be based in Blackpool (UK).
JOB SUMMARY
- Manages laboratory resources and budget to ensure the appropriate level of support and prioritization for manufacturing activities and timely delivery of products to customers.
- Leads the analysis of highly complex issues and establishes resolutions and/or decision points for programs and/or projects. Identifies novel scenarios and scientific/technical opportunities and seeks to contribute to the improvement of processes.
- Supervises individual team members and is accountable for effective performance management of Quality Control team.
- Interfaces with other Departments to ensure the timely approval of products.
- Based on the level of experience required to hold this post, the post holder can sign off on QC testing without being trained in the specific method.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Under limited supervision and in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson procedures and guidelines, this position involves:
* Day to day supervision of the microbiology laboratory to ensure that:
o All routine QC testing is performed in a timely manner in line with agreed schedules.
o Calibration, validation, training and other relevant laboratory processes are conducted on time and in line with company procedures.
o Coach staff on standard testing and evaluation processes to ensure best practice for product testing and validation are embedded.
* Day to Day management of the following activities:
o Raw material, In-process and finished goods testing in Quality Control Laboratory.
o Management of consumables and materials used in testing.
o Ensure laboratory equipment is working/calibrated/validated.
o Ensure all documentation and testing is completed on time to ensure timely batch release.
o Manage laboratory resources and budget to ensure the appropriate level of support and prioritization for manufacturing activities and timely delivery of products to customers.
o Provide support to the Stability team for the annual and product related stability trials.
o Provide support to global Customer Quality through completion of complaint investigations.
* Training
o Coordinate training of QC staff and new starters.
o Maintain sufficient cross training to ensure coverage of all testing requirements.
o Ensure own and laboratory operators training records are complete and accurate.
* Validation
o Ensure the validation of test methods, equipment and processes owned by QC, including transmittal of scheduled validation & requalification data to the SVMP.
o Generation of documents, protocols and reports capturing validation activities.
o Ensure the Validation Master Plan is up to date and being correctly followed regarding Microbiology items.
* Quality Documents
o Ensure that relevant documentation, in the form of procedures and specifications are implemented and followed to guarantee compliance with ISO 13485, FDA QSRs the Medical Devices Directive / Regulation and ISO 14001.
o Responsible for compliance of test procedures, company policies, lab-books, raw data and reports in accordance with all relevant procedures.
o Lead, support and complete laboratory investigations, CAPA, NC and OOS (Data Deviation) investigation.
o SME on issues pertaining to the QC laboratory for all internal and external audits.
o Implement and drive adherence to all local, corporate and industry procedures (for example risk management, FMEA, HS&E, COSHH/Chemical Handling, regulatory, quality).
* General
o Contribute to cross-functional teams for part or full projects, changes or other relevant projects.
o Collaborate with other Departments to ensure the timely approval of product & resolution of issues.
o Attend planning and scheduling meetings.
* Quality and Compliance Related Responsibilities
o Ensure that all activities are carried out in compliance with all regulations and laws governing business and quality operations.
o Responsible for ensuring staff and company compliance with all local, national, international and company regulations, policies and procedures for Health, Safety and Environmental compliance.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
• Minimum of BSc or equivalent in a relevant scientific discipline
• Minimum of 5 years laboratory experience, ideally already operating within a senior/supervisory role within a Microbiological role in the Food, Medical or Health Care industry.
• Good understanding of laboratory techniques and methodologies.
• Strong knowledge and use of Microsoft office including Excel, PowerPoint, Word to generate reports, manipulate, and present data.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES and AFFILIATIONS
• Ability to communicate & present (in all its forms) and co-operate effectively at all levels across the organisation.
• An attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise all work being conducted in the laboratory and to work to deadlines.
• Ability to cope under pressure and to react to changing requirements.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team to achieve results.
• Ability to manage their own time and workload and to work independently using own initiative (Excellent time-management)
• Team performance management on regular basis
• Credo Values: Integrity & Credo Based Actions
• Customer Focus: Results & Performance Driven & Sense of Urgency
• Talent Development: Collaboration, Team building, & Self-Awareness & Adaptability
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