Quality Control Supervisor

Job Description

Who We Are:

At Veranova, we believe people are our most important asset, and we are dedicated to building the most talented and diverse workforce in our industry. Our commitment to uncompromising focus on quality, compliance, safety, and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth, and a desire to make a difference.

Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.

Join us on our mission to enable current and next-generation therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients.

Role Overview:

The QC Supervisor is responsible for managing a Quality Control (QC) team, ensuring staff development, timely support for manufacturing, safety and GMP compliance. This role will also provide technical and compliance guidance to ensure the safety and productivity of the group, embrace continuous improvement in all aspects of QC operations, and oversee QC projects, ensuring on-time completion with a high degree of quality.

Core Responsibilities:

Oversee and direct the work of Quality Control Chemists who perform GMP testing of raw materials, intermediates, and APIs in support of pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Interact with Production teams to assess Quality Control support needs and coordinates coverage for all shifts on assigned team.

Assign projects/ responsibilities to the QC team

Supervise QC personnel (including hiring decisions, evaluations of performance, and identification of training and development needs).

Owns and participates in Deviation and OOS investigations, and pushes them toward closure

Develops, improves, and revises SOPs, test methods, and other GMP documentation.

Assures compliance of laboratory operations and contributes to laboratory organization

Leads the transfer of analytical procedures from the Analytical Development group as well as directly from the client sites.

Identifies and leads continuous improvement initiatives.

Communicates with internal and external clients.

Actively participates in quality and safety audits and walkthroughs.

Directs and advises the Quality Control group to achieve long and short-term goals and objectives.

Provides guidance and direction to other staff to implement the company Quality vision

Always ensure the security and safe handling of all controlled substances. Strictly adhere to all Company and DEA regulations.

Ensure that waste is appropriately characterized, labelled, stored and disposed in compliance with all Company, state and federal regulations. Work collaboratively with Environmental, Health & Safety, as appropriate.

Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

Required

BS in Chemistry, or equivalent, with 5+ years related experience OR MS in Organic Chemistry or equivalent with 3+ years related experience.

Experience with common analytical techniques such as HPLC/UPLC, GC, NMR, UV-Vis, pH meter, KF, FTIR, and Refractive index.

3+ years’ experience using chromatography (GC, HPLC/UPLC)

2+ years' experience with Quality records (e.g. deviations, CAPA, OOS)

3+ years’ Previous GMP experience

Experience with the creation and revision of GMP documents (e.g. test methods and SOPs)

Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel, Word)

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret English-language chemical periodicals, scientific journals, and regulatory documents.

Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Good written and verbal communication skills. Experience communicating effectively to management as well as peers and junior chemists.

Good time-management skills and dependability regarding daily tasks

Experience training other chemists on test methods and QC operations

Ability to write clear and concise technical reports.

Ability to make data-driven decisions

Preferred

Previous experience leading other chemists in a GMP environment

Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)

Experience with Empower chromatographic software

Experience with statistical analysis of data

Experience with 5S

Our Commitment:

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health & Wellness benefits. Access to mental health resources and wellness programs. Generous PTO and holiday pay policies.

Financial Wellness: Comprehensive total compensation package that includes competitive base salary, Defined Contribution Pension program, eligibility for performance-based bonuses, and attractive 401(k) Plan with company match.

Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning through LinkedIn Learning, workshops, conferences, and mentorship. Tuition Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs.

Inclusive Culture: At Veranova an inclusive culture is integral to our values. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career.

How to Apply:

At Veranova, we are on a mission to meet people that believe in our values and can contribute to the team in a variety of ways. Please visit to view all open roles and join our Talent Community to stay connected and learn about opportunities as they arise.

We value a range of experiences and perspectives. If you want to be part of improving and saving the lives of patients, we encourage you to apply regardless of whether you meet every qualification listed.

If you are a veteran, first responder, or in the process of transitioning from service member to civilian life, we encourage you to apply. Your experience brings invaluable skills and insights that can contribute to our team.

For applicants who may require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email to in order to confirm your request for an accommodation. Please include the job number, title, and location of role. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Veranova employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.

Additional Information:

Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.

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Full-time