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AbbVie
Supervisor I, QC Lab
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A Clinical Laboratory Manager manages laboratory research and procedures for numerous fields such as health, industry, or other natural sciences. Commonly oversees R&D, diagnostic or treatment to allow patients to receive better health outcomes. Responsible for regulatory, health and safety operations during laboratory activities.
$110,776 / year median in Texas
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Supervisor I, QC Lab AbbVie - 3.8 Waco, TX Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $142,500 a year 22 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Content creation for technical audiences Technical documentation Technical writing experience within manufacturing Workplace dispute resolution GMP Bachelor's degree Quality control experience within pharmaceutical industry Regulatory compliance analysis Full Job Description 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 including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube. Job Description The QC Lab Supervisor I is responsible for the organization, administration, and supervision of Lab Analysts and other Lab employees; properly overseeing the day-to-day operations by prioritizing shop floor presence and receiving guidance and direction from more senior leaders. Oversees the processes of the chemical analysis and release of raw materials, in-process, and final products in compliance with current quality criteria while respecting deadlines and managing costs. Ensures effective and efficient utilization of laboratory resources through management of laboratory support activities. Responsibilities Responsible for leading and developing a high performing team while prioritizing shop floor presence. This includes hiring, setting performance expectations, providing continuous and on-time performance feedback, coaching staff, assisting in problem-solving, and handling employee matters. Ensures that the department has the appropriate talent and level of performance to meet business objectives. Monitors administration of training, identifies training needs, and ensures development of team. Oversees the operation and functions of the laboratory group which may include Raw Materials, Finished Products, Projects/validation samples, and environmental monitoring. Identifies aspects of the tests or results warranting further attention and implements corrective actions. Reviews and approves data (may relate to analytical product release depending on regional regulatory requirements). Supports laboratory investigations, including out-of-specification test results, and ensures effective corrective actions are implemented. Effectively understands, communicates, and presents QC Metrics. Attends and leads Tier meetings. Ensures appropriate procedures are in place and that QC activities are executed in line with internal procedures, requirements of cGMP, and relevant safety standards. Assists in implementing continuous improvement actions to lab processes. Assists analysts with analytical/microbial instrumentation. Assures instrumentation availability to achieve schedule and improves capacity by ensuring that preventive and repair maintenance as well as material qualifications are carried out in a timely matter. Plans the needs of instruments by maintaining permanent technical and technological intelligence. Applies systematic corrections and/or corrective actions that mitigate the risk of recurrent instrumentation failures. Assists in the periodic inspection of laboratory facilities to ensure that they are operated and administered according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices, maintaining laboratory audit readiness. When required, support supplier, internal, and regulatory audits May serve as a backup when the Lab Manager is unavailable. Generates and manages non-hazardous and hazardous waste, according with the internal operating procedures and in compliance with local and federal regulations. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in a Scientific field (Chemistry, Microbiology, or Biology) 2+ years of QC Lab experience required. Demonstrated thorough scientific knowledge and technical expertise in chemistry, technical writing, investigations, analytical laboratory equipment, and laboratory operations required. General knowledge in cGMPs, compendia, and regulations required Effective problem-solving, decision-making, teamwork, influence, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills required. Ability to foster an inclusive environment. Ability to work cross-functionally and coordinate work both within the department and with other departments. Ability to interpret the impact of laboratory data for appropriate and effective actions. Ability to identify, develop, communicate, and follow through to completion necessary corrective action plans to resolve problems. •This is a 3rd Shift position.