QC Technical Lead, Microbiology

QC Technical Lead, Microbiology

O que fazemos

At Kenvue, percebemos o extraordinário poder do cuidado diário. Construída com base em mais de um século de herança e enraizada na ciência, somos a casa de marcas icônicas - incluindo NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL,® LISTERINE,® JOHNSON'S® e BAND-AID® que você já conhece e ama. A ciência é a nossa paixão; O cuidado é o nosso talento.

Quem somos

Nossa equipe global é de ~ 22.000 pessoas brilhantes com uma cultura no local de trabalho onde cada voz é importante e cada contribuição é apreciada. Somos apaixonados por insights, inovação e comprometidos em entregar os melhores produtos aos nossos clientes. Com experiência e empatia, ser um Kenvuer significa ter o poder de impactar milhões de pessoas todos os dias. Colocamos as pessoas em primeiro lugar, nos importamos ferozmente, ganhamos confiança com a ciência e resolvemos com coragem - e temos oportunidades brilhantes esperando por você! Junte-se a nós para moldar nosso futuro - e o seu. Para obter mais informações, clique em aqui.

Role reporta para:

Site Quality Director

Location:

North America, United States, Pennsylvania, Fort Washington

Local de trabalho:

Totalmente no local

O que você fará

The QC Technical Lead is responsible for supporting product and technology transfers (TT), new product introductions (NPI), laboratory improvement projects and base business needs within the QC Microbiology Laboratory. You will work with a team of professionals towards the established goals and expectations of Kenvue. You will support the team by identifying and leading cross-functional Compliance & Quality Improvement Initiatives within the laboratory. You will also be a Microbiology Lead Scientist Representative of cross-functional teams supporting the deployment of upcoming projects including Product and Technology Transfer, management system processes and driving the development and implementation of over-the-counter (OTC) self-care products.

Positions at this level are seasoned scientists and professionals who are key analysts and team members of critical initiatives. This position often provides instructions or supervision to lower-level scientists and professionals, and/or manages routine processes and sets of tasks. Positions at this level provide routine testing support and contribute to delivering critical work within larger projects or initiatives, providing technical data and support where needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Microbiology Supervisor and Manager in identifying, analyzing and suggesting actions to optimize laboratory operation, technology and regulatory compliance.
• Provide expert representation of the QC Microbiology Laboratory on product and method transfer teams.
• Represent and be accountable for technology transfer and new product introduction project deliverables such as method validation, method transfer, stability testing and release.
• Assist and/or advise in management of timelines between projects and the commercial and stability testing schedules.
• Work within a cross-functional team to support qualification, commission, and decommission of instruments and equipment in the Microbiology Laboratory
• Develop and validate microbiological test methods for QC testing in alignment with regulatory requirements
• Create and/or review validation protocols for laboratory equipment and processes.
• Create standard operating procedures, work instructions and reports for microbiological processes
• Lead investigations into out-of-specification results and implement corrective actions
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in microbiology to drive continuous improvement
• Be a strong technical leader and mentor other scientists within the Laboratory by maintaining open communication and sharing knowledge.
• Lead cross-functional teams to define, design, and implement new testing techniques in alignment with company's strategic direction
• Collaborate with Quality leaders to identify and address issues in lab testing efforts
• Continuously evaluate and implement new technologies to enhance development efficiency and performance
• Support and participate in projects that are critical to the business (e.g. Technical transfer, NPI, continues improvement initiatives)
• Provide project leadership within the Quality lab to drive regional and new product strategies
• Report deviations, near misses, and safety issues in a timely manner.

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related field
• Strong knowledge of cGMP regulations and industry standards
• Minimum 6-8 years of proven working experience in laboratory testing
• University/Bachelors Degree or Equivalent in a related field
• Experience with implementing new testing techniques consistent with industry standards

Desired Qualifications

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Demonstrate ability to participate in cross-functional teams and collaborate with internal/external partners to enhance relationships and interactions, including interfacing with management to inform, drive change, and provide direct feedback.
• In-depth subject matter expertise and applied experience with microbiological techniques used in a broad range of microbiological testing, method development, method validation, and method transfer.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to influence without line authority.
• Expertise in pharmacopeia and regulatory guidelines
• Experience with equipment qualifications and accuracy of results
• Mentoring capabilities in various technical areas
• Results-oriented with strong track record of successfully delivering objectives.

O que você ganha com isso

$110,500.00 - $156,000.00

Isso leva em consideração vários fatores, incluindo local de trabalho, habilidades do candidato, experiência, nível de educação e outros fatores relacionados ao trabalho.

A Kenvue tem orgulho de ser um empregador de oportunidades iguais. Todos os candidatos qualificados serão considerados para o emprego com base no mérito, independentemente de raça, cor, religião, sexo, orientação sexual, identidade de gênero, idade, nacionalidade ou status de veterano protegido e não serão discriminados com base na deficiência.