Quality Control Laboratory Supervisor

Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Supervisor for the QC Lab located on Manorhamilton Road, Sligo. This pivotal role is responsible for delivering an effective testing and analytical service to ensure that our plant's products consistently meet specified standards. As an important part of the quality control team, the Supervisor will take full accountability for compliance, documentation, equipment troubleshooting, and training oversight within the QC Lab. This position is ideal for an individual who is passionate about quality control and possesses the skills needed to lead teams, optimize lab operations, and ensure that safety and quality standards are not only met but exceeded. 

• Supervision and development of a team of 8 to 12 analysts
• Ensure Laboratory Documentation and Systems comply with Data Integrity policies. 
• Understand and apply Regulations for Laboratory Data Integrity. 
• Coach and guide analysts to optimize performance. 
• Boost team efficiency and adhere to compliance timelines. 
• Collaborate with the lab manager to enhance laboratory performance. 
• Resolve analytical investigations promptly. 
• Maintain 5S excellence and promote a quality culture. 
• Ensure proper equipment use and maintenance. 
• Support lab projects and develop procedures. 
• Comply with EHS standards and Compendia testing requirements. 
• Conduct document updates, review and develop training materials. 
• Ensure laboratory is safe and inspection ready
• Participate in internal and external inspections
• Lead laboratory investigations, root cause analysis and corrective and preventative action closure
• Communicate effectively with supply chain, quality assurance and manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant Science discipline preferably analytical chemistry. 
• Minimum 4 years of analytical experience in the pharmaceutical industry. 
• Expertise in HPLC, GC and other analytical techniques. 
• Strong regulatory knowledge and experience with analytical equipment. 

Additional Information

Work Pattern

12 hour day shift, 8am to 8pm, working Friday, Saturday, Sunday every second weekend.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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