QC Team Leader (Packaging) - All Genders

Job Purpose:

The purpose of the Team Leader role is to develop and lead a team of analysts to consistently deliver outstanding safety, quality, service, and value. This role is crucial in ensuring that the business strategy is executed through an engaged, motivated, and capable team. The role will ensure that our site maintains the highest standards in Environment, Health, Safety, and Wellness (EHSW) and Quality while achieving objectives of Nyon site.

Key Responsibilities:

EHS Responsibilities– All Associates

• Know, understand, and comply with all Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) guidelines. Report unsafe conditions, all injuries, illnesses, and hazardous materials releases. Wear personal protective equipment, attend EHS training programs, and follow all safe work procedures.

Quality Responsibilities– All Associates

• Adhere to all Quality Compliance standards (Data Integrity, Deviation, Lab Investigation, etc.) including QMS policy and regulatory requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Compliance: Ensure compliance with EHS, cGMP, and Quality standards. Conduct safety and quality investigations as needed. Lead by example in adhering to company policies and procedures. SME during the audit.
• People Leadership: Full leadership of a team of analysts within a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) production environment, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, compliance, and output standards.
• Process Management: Establish and confirm standards (4M’s: Material, Manpower, Method, Measurement) for managing safety, quality, and output. Use Haleon systems (SAP, LIMS, Veeva, Workday) for analytical batch record and results, lead time, quality procedure and testing procedure. Update and create analytical SOP, WI and Testing Instructions.
• Performance Management: Use tools for problem-solving and performance management. Drive real-time issue identification, resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives. Act as lead investigator.
• Talent Development: Identify and develop key talent within the team, ensuring regular development plans are executed. Set performance expectations and provide regular feedback.
• Resource Management: Oversee task assignment, staffing, and recruitment efforts. Participate to the scheduling of laboratory scheduling.
• Project Implementation: Coach and support implementation improvement projects, managing scope, schedule, and cost.
• Contribute to the release of the PAK (Analyses and/or Double check)

Knowledge/Education/Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 5 years of relevant experience in a Laboratory environment / Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years in a leadership role within a laboratory environment in a pharmaceutical industry
• Preferred: Experience in an FDA-regulated environment, GMP requirements, project management, SAP.
• Computer knowledge (Empower, Excel, Word, Power Point).
• Understanding of Root Cause Analysis.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead teams through change and drive continuous improvement.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.