Quality Control Supervisor

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany•Madison, WI

12d•$80,700 - $121,200•Hybrid

About The Position

At MilliporeSigma, the Quality Control Supervisor will provide direct management and development of the department that is primarily responsible for testing and timely release of in-process, intermediate, final products. Other areas of responsibility may include, raw materials, method validation / qualification, and stability testing associated with cGMP manufacturing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or related life science discipline
5+ years experience in cGMP analytical environment, or equivalent industry experience
2+ years management and/or supervisory experience

Nice To Haves

Ability to act in a position of leadership and work in analytical testing labs with hazardous/toxic chemicals
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices for pharmaceutical manufacturing (21 CFR 210 & 211) and/or Q7A Good Manufacturing Practice Guidance for API’s
Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work cross-functionally with teams that operate across various shift schedules
Ability to troubleshoot multiple systems/methodologies

Responsibilities

Leads the team to meet deadlines while preserving quality and safety, optimizing workload and resource use.
Applies analytical chemistry knowledge to lab procedures, spectral/chromatographic interpretation, and troubleshooting.
Ensures technical training for QC personnel and strict adherence to cGMP, regulatory requirements, and housekeeping.
Oversees routine and non-routine QC testing, compiles technical reports, and maintains accurate records and protocols.
May perform routine and non-routine QC testing.
Manages change control processes for new/existing programs, and coordinates budgets for stability studies and final product release.
Coordinates with manufacturing, external labs, and project teams; supports inspections and communicates progress effectively.
Drives continuous improvement through capacity planning, metrics tracking, and leadership in scheduling and planning activities