QC Technical Manager

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Technical Manager to lead our QC Technical Team. In this critical position, you will play a key role in ensuring that our product testing processes are not only efficient and compliant but also at the cutting edge of technological advancements. A strong understanding of the technology and automation needs within a QC department is needed to ensure the team can effectively support the wider QC operation. Your expertise in analytical methodology will drive the integration of innovative solutions to maintain our competitive edge and meet industry standards.
The main elements of the role will include providing support for breakdown, new equipment install and pharmacopeial/method updates. You will provide expert knowledge to support troubleshooting and practical problem solving. You will need to effectively provide first line support in a busy QC function ensuring that broad range customer needs are met and supported.
Accountabilities
Lead and manage a team of technical officers and experts providing knowledge and coaching to help continuous development of the team.
Provide a link between the 3rd party providers and the direct team to support equipment breakdown, drive problem solving and identify abnormalities to improve assets availability and robustness across QC.
Identify and implement new technologies and systems to advance the QC function, ensuring it remains contemporary and competitive.
Leverage your strong understanding of analytical methodologies to enhance testing accuracy and efficiency.
Optimize resource allocation and prioritize activities to meet operational needs and drive productivity improvements.
Manage analytical technology transfer protocols and support the QC methodology.
Maintain awareness of industry standards and innovations, proposing implementations where appropriate.
Support regulatory inspections with expert knowledge.

Degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent experience
Strong experience working in a GMP environment
Deep knowledge of compliance management, GMP/GLP, analytical chemistry and methodology.
Proactive in keeping track of regulatory changes and new technologies.
Strong understanding of the technology and automation needs within a QC department.
Desirable Skills/Experience
Experience in leading a team and understands how their own leadership styles, capabilities can impact on the team.
Understanding of lean processes and preferably good understanding of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles.

The Macclesfield site is our second largest manufacturing site and the largest UK-based campus, from which our medicines are manufactured, packaged, and distributed to over 130 countries globally. People are at the very heart of AstraZeneca, and the facilities around the site support this. You will find an onsite gym, restaurants, parking, on-site holiday childcare, and much more!, AstraZeneca offers an environment where quality is paramount. We are constantly innovating, trialling the latest models and technologies to improve reliability and excellence in our processes. Our commitment to Lean principles means there are huge opportunities to drive efficiencies in our processes and produce better-quality outputs. Here, you will feel empowered to step up, follow the science, and make decisions that put patients first.