Quality Control (QC) Microbiology Manager

Reckitt Benckiser•Salt Lake City, UT

49d•$90,000 - $136,000

About The Position

The QC Microbiology Lab Manager will be responsible (as directed by the QC Laboratory Manager) for: Overseeing day to day execution of microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products and Environmental Monitoring samples in conformance with all relevant safety and quality requirements. Ensure regulatory compliance with FDA, USP, EU, ISO and cGMP standards. Day to day implementation, maintenance, and application of management, operational, or quality systems. Understands and contributes to appropriate key performance indicators. Execution of any reasonable request from the QC Laboratory Manager. Challenging and passionate about Quality, taking responsibility and ownership for compliant processes that continually improve. Driving innovation and completion of projects to increase the output of the QC Microbiology laboratory. Take ownership of Change controls, risk assessments, Deviation/CAPA, and other quality documentation as determined by the QC Laboratory Manager.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or a Science-related field
Minimum of 5 years of full-time microbiological laboratory bench work experience. Manufacturing environment strongly preferred
Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience
Requires experience with USP/BAM in performing bioburden testing, pathogen screens and water testing
Highly knowledgeable in environmental monitoring of production facilities
Proven experience in microbiological equipment validation, calibration & maintenance
Ideally experience in dietary supplements or pharmaceutical GMP/GLP
Ability to work independently and make educated decisions
High level of accuracy in working practices with close attention to detail
Ability to present information in a clear and concise manner
This role is not currently sponsoring visas or considering international movement at this time.
Offers accurate working practices and delivery of reliable results.
Reviews and reports data, highlighting spurious incidences (e.g. Trending)
Contributes to investigations and offers conclusions to support management in decision-making
The Essential PC skills required are intermediate proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook, while Desirable skills include Advanced proficiency in each of these applications.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner
High level of accuracy in working practices with close attention to detail
The business language in Reckitt is English, therefore fluency in English is essential and fluency in local languages advantageous
In line with Reckitt core values, the candidate will be achievement focused and able to work in a direct and often pressurized environment
Entrepreneurial skills in terms of innovation and problem solving are key along with tenacity, tough-mindedness and ability to influence and demonstrate strong team working abilities and commitment.

Nice To Haves

Ideally experience in dietary supplements or pharmaceutical GMP/GLP

Responsibilities

The day to day prioritisation and organisation of individual workload to ensure that customer service and stakeholder needs are met and to understand as well as hire, train, and supervise microbiology staff.
To maintain high standards of laboratory (FDA, GDP, USP, AOAC, EP, ISO, cGLP, cGMP) that are relevant to their area, and / or as may be delegated by laboratory management.
To support the continuous development of wider QC operations and continuous improvement programs
Provide support to Regulatory Authority inspections as required and maintain audit readiness
To deliver and track assigned tasks as required to meet or exceed QC Key Performance Indicator targets
To ensure that QC equipment and systems are maintained / calibrated / qualified to appropriate standards.
Create and maintain SOPs, protocols, and validation documents and lead investigations into OOS/OOT and CAPA's.
All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way.
We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally.
We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market.
Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes.
For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results.
You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.
Reckitt offers eligible employees competitive benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance; paid time off for vacation, sick and Company recognized holidays; a 401(k) plan; 16-week paid parental leave or 26 weeks for the birthing parent; adoption and fertility support; tuition reimbursement; discounts; and much more.
Our compensation and benefits packages aim to give our talent the reward, protection, and peace of mind they deserve.

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