You will lead the sample management group within Quality Control in Amsterdam. Plan sampling activities, oversee QC and GxP processes, and support the team’s development.
The role
As QC Supervisor (Microbiology), you will lead the sample management group within Quality Control. You will plan sampling activities and help ensure that the department operates effectively and contributes to quality control.
Your remit includes activities for incoming goods and monitoring environmental conditions and utilities. You will also oversee QC work hands-on within the scope of the role.
You will develop and implement departmental policy in line with quality requirements. You will maintain a broad, in-depth understanding of current and emerging regulatory GxP requirements in your field and advise on their application, including decisions about raw-material status. You will manage or advise on SOPs, GxP deviations and change control. You will ensure mandatory GxP training is completed and training records for your direct reports are kept up to date.
You will hire, lead, coach and appraise team members, and support their development and collaboration using relevant HR tools and procedures.
What you bring
- HBO+ level knowledge of pharmacy, microbiology or (bio)chemistry.
- 5 years of experience, including at least 3 years in a people-management role.
- Knowledge of aseptic and/or GMP-regulated products and medical devices in the context of incoming goods.
- Knowledge of GMP and GDP guidelines for quality control and validation.
- The ability to follow developments in your field and assess their relevance and usefulness for QC.
- Conversational Dutch and an excellent command of English.
Working arrangements and offer
- Location: Amsterdam, North Holland.
- Full-time position with flexible working hours by agreement. The specific contract type and number of weekly hours are not stated.
- Market-rate salary. In addition, a budget equal to 16.66% of your gross salary (holiday allowance and year-end bonus) is available for you to spend or save monthly.
- Personal training budget of €2,100 per three years.
- Travel expense contribution from the first kilometre, good public transport access and private parking.
- Pension plan.