QC Chemistry Supervisor

16h16 hours ago

Kindeva Drug Delivery

Lexington, US · Full-time · $85,000 – $115,000

About this role

At Kindeva Drug Delivery in Lexington, KY, the QC Chemistry Supervisor leads a team of talented QC Chemists and Technicians. Maintain the highest level of quality, safety, and compliance for incoming materials, drug product release, and stability testing. Thrive in a fast-paced CDMO environment manufacturing life-saving nasal spray medications.

Oversee daily laboratory activities and prioritize tasks to meet project timelines and production schedules. Ensure all lab activities and documentation adhere to cGMP requirements. Lead investigations for Out of Specifications, Out of Trends, and Deviations while supporting audits as a subject matter expert.

Supervise, mentor, and provide technical guidance to chemists and lab technicians. Manage direct reports scheduling and conduct performance reviews. Foster a positive and collaborative team environment with strong leadership abilities.

Join during exponential growth at the Lexington facility for exceptional professional development. Contribute to meaningful healthcare solutions with direct impact on patient care. Benefit from a purpose-driven work environment and industry-leading innovation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field with minimum of 6 years pharmaceutical industry experience
Master’s degree in Chemistry or related field with minimum of 4 years pharmaceutical industry experience
PhD in Chemistry or related field with minimum of 2 years pharmaceutical industry experience
Proven experience in a supervisory or team lead role
Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Comprehensive knowledge of cGMP, ICH, and Pharmacopeia guidances
Qualified to work with controlled substances
Strong knowledge of analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, Osmolarity, pH

Responsibilities

Supervise, mentor and provide technical guidance to a team of chemists and lab technicians
Manage direct reports scheduling
Conduct performance reviews for direct reports
Foster a positive and collaborative team environment
Oversee daily laboratory activities
Prioritize activities to meet project timelines and production schedules
Ensure all lab activities and documentation adhere to cGMP requirements
Lead investigations for Out of Specifications, Out of Trends, and Deviations
Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits as a subject matter expert for the QC Chemistry lab
Evaluate and implement opportunities for continuous improvement in lab processes for efficiency, compliance, and safety
Ensure that all safety policies are adhered to in the lab