Quality Control Laboratory Team Leader
- Job title: Quality Control Laboratory Team Leader
- Location: Csanyikvölgy, Miskolc
- Hiring Manager: Erzsébet Daragoné-Szűcs
- Contract type: Fixed-term (maternity cover)
About the position
We are looking for an experienced Team Leader for the Quality Control group at the Sanofi Csanyikvölgy Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Unit for a fixed-term, maternity cover position. Quality Control is a key organizational unit of the site's Quality Management: it is responsible for the testing and qualification of incoming materials, water used in injection production, semi-finished and finished products, in-process controls, and the hygienic monitoring of cleanrooms. As a Team Leader, you will ensure that the daily operation of the chemical laboratory runs smoothly, in compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements — while also developing and leading your team.
Your main responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operational supervision of the quality control laboratory, ensuring adherence to scheduled plans and timely testing of samples
- Review and approve laboratory test results and reports; you are responsible for the accuracy of data recorded in LIMS and primary documentation
- Ensure the application of validated methods, and prepare and execute validation and method transfer protocols as a receiving unit
- Lead and train the laboratory team: maintain the qualification matrix, organize training sessions, and participate in training programs as an instructor
- Manage maintenance, qualification, and calibration plans for equipment to ensure the reliability of laboratory activities
- Investigate OOS results and deviations, execute CAPAs, and manage changes
- Prepare quality specifications, local documents, validation protocols, and reports
- Ensure compliance with and enforcement of Data Integrity rules at the site
- Actively represent the Take the Lead mindset: propose improvements, and initiate and follow up on problem-solving projects
What we expect from you
Experience:
- At least 2 years of QC laboratory experience
- Proven team leader or coordinator experience (managing people, training, work organization)
- Practical proficiency in OOS/deviation management, CAPA processes, and preparation for regulatory audits
- Experience in preparing and executing validation/qualification protocols
- Knowledge of LIMS and laboratory documentation systems is an advantage
- Knowledge of chromatographic testing is an advantage
Education:
- Higher education degree in science or engineering: chemist, pharmacist, biologist, chemical engineer, or a similar field
- GMP training is an advantage
Language skills:
- Hungarian: native level
- English: intermediate level in writing and speaking
About Sanofi
We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.
Why choose us?
· Join a leading pharmaceutical company and contribute to improving health outcomes worldwide.
· Be part of a company at the forefront of medical research and breakthrough therapies.
· Thrive in an environment that values diversity of thought and background.
· Work closely with global and local teams, gaining exposure to various aspects of the pharmaceutical business.
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The salary range for this position is :Ft9 523 200,00 - Ft12 697 600
Final compensation will be determined based on demonstrated experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs.