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Head of Quality Control Operations, Neuchtel
Client: Takeda
Location: Neuchtel
Job Category: Other
Job Reference: bb3d296fbff0
Job Views: 2
Posted: 12.05.2025
Expiry Date: 26.06.2025
Job Description:
About the role:
Directs the Quality Control Laboratories (Microbiology, Biochemistry, Lab Support) in a large plant and manages a large department supporting Facility, Division, and Corporate initiatives.
Responsible for lab performance, product quality, and compliance with regulations and Takeda policies.
How you will contribute:
Leadership:
- Lead the QC laboratory in budget, organization, strategy, and team development.
- Establish a service-oriented organization supporting global pipeline products and capacity expansion.
- Develop and manage operational budget, improve lab efficiency to reduce costs.
- Interact with management and across functions.
- Manage 4-5 managers and approximately 70 staff, overseeing coaching, training, and succession planning.
- Create a growth environment fostering learning and innovation, including digitalization and environmental initiatives.
- Participate in global lab strategy and promote Takeda''s values within the QC organization.
Operational:
- Develop and implement quality systems ensuring product conformance.
- Ensure compliance with regulations and lead regulatory inspections.
- Manage interactions with customers and regulators.
- Oversee standards, procedures, and testing methods.
- Ensure timely testing and reporting, investigate out-of-specification results, and escalate issues.
- Maintain safety and environmental health standards.
Qualifications:
- Deep knowledge of biological manufacturing regulations (FDA, EMA, ICH, USP, EP, JP, ChP).
- Masters in Science (Microbiology or Chemistry), 15+ years in pharma, with 10+ in Quality Control, 2+ in Production, and management experience.
- Experience with LIMS, Lean, Green Belt.
- Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills, with a focus on continuous improvement and team development.
- Personal attributes: integrity, work ethic, sound judgment, honesty, pragmatism, courage, accountability, and passion for innovation.
What Takeda offers:
- Health insurance participation
- Subsidized meals
- Support for sports activities
- Transport benefits including public transport passes and parking
- Attractive working environment emphasizing well-being, safety, development, and career growth
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