Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Deputy Quality Control Manager to support the Quality Control Manager in the day-to-day management of our Quality Management System (QMS). The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining GMP compliance, supporting batch release activities, managing quality systems, conducting internal audits, and driving continuous improvement across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the day-to-day operation of the Quality Management System (QMS).
- Assist in managing:
- Change Control
- CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions)
- Deviations
- Internal Audits
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Maintain and monitor the Change Control system, ensuring timely implementation and closure.
- Assist with raising and tracking CAPAs.
- Maintain the deviation management system.
- Participate in internal audits and support corrective actions.
- Review batch documentation prior to Qualified Person (QP) review.
- Liaise with QPs to resolve batch release queries.
- Communicate with customers regarding priority tasks.
- Deliver staff training where required.
- Maintain employee training records.
- Produce artwork based on customer mock-ups.
- Participate in regulatory inspections when required.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Experience working within a Quality Management System.
- Good knowledge of GMP and quality processes, including CAPA, Change Control, Deviations, Internal Auditing and SOP management.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and work collaboratively across departments.
- Competent in documentation review and record keeping.
Desirable Experience
- Degree in a scientific discipline (e.g. Pharmaceutical Science, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology or a related Life Sciences subject).
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing or packaging environment.
- Experience supporting regulatory inspections.
- Experience working with Qualified Persons (QPs).
- Training delivery experience.
- Artwork or packaging documentation experience.
Training & Compliance
Successful candidates will receive training in company Standard Operating Procedures, including:
- Document Control
- Internal Audit
- Deviation Reporting
- CAPA
- Change Control
- Batch Processing
- Product Recall
- Supplier Verification
- Goods Receiving
- Cleaning
- Temperature Monitoring
- Stock Control
- Customer Complaints
- Printing
- Patient Information Leaflet Folding
- Braille Embossing
All employees will also complete Induction and GMP training.
What We're Looking For
- Highly organised and methodical.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Quality-focused with excellent attention to detail.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Committed to continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.
Salary range £25,000-£35,000 DOE.
Pay: £25,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person
