QC Microbiology Lab Supervisor - (30130)

Laboratoire Guerbet • Raleigh, IL

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About The Position

At Guerbet, we build lasting relationships so that we enable people to live better. We are a global leader in medical imaging, offering an extensive portfolio of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, as well as digital and AI solutions for diagnostic and interventional imaging. As a pioneer in contrast products for the last 95 years, we continuously innovate. Customer centricity, Cooperation, Audacity, Focus, and Responsibility are the values that we share and practice. We’re seeking a detail-oriented and experienced QC Microbiology Lab Supervisor to lead the daily operations of our Quality Control Microbiology Laboratory. This role is critical to ensuring the integrity of microbiological testing across raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and environmental monitoring. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally with teams in manufacturing, engineering, validation, and packaging to uphold quality standards and resolve issues efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, technical expertise, and a proactive mindset to drive continuous improvement and regulatory compliance. This is an on-site position located in Raleigh, NC.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related scientific discipline (advanced degree preferred)
• 7–10+ years of hands-on microbiology lab experience in a regulated manufacturing environment
• 3–5 years in a supervisory or leadership role
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• In-depth knowledge of GMP, FDA, USP, and other regulatory standards
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in data analysis and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
• High attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage microbiological testing operations, including environmental monitoring and validation activities
• Supervise biological assays and testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and packaging components
• Ensure compliance with USP, FDA, and other applicable regulatory standards
• Investigate atypical results, instrument malfunctions, and methodology issues; lead root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Oversee data accuracy and perform trend analysis to identify potential quality concerns
• Train and mentor analysts on procedures, techniques, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain audit-ready lab conditions and manage inventory of supplies and reagents
• Author and revise SOPs, specifications, and other controlled documents
• Represent the microbiology department in cross-functional initiatives such as Kaizen and Lean Sigma
• Participate in QA functions including OOS investigations, exception reporting, audits, and validation activities

Benefits

• 4 weeks of PTO
• Insurance benefits start date of hire
• Competitive 4% 401K match + 2% profit sharing contribution
• Tuition reimbursement program for ongoing education
• Paid time off for select volunteer opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees