QC Pharmaceutics Team Leader
La Gruyère - Switzerland
Job Summary
Make your mark for patients
We are looking for a QC Pharmaceutics Team Leader who is eager to join our site Quality Control team based in our manufacturing site in Bulle Switzerland.
About the role
As an QC Pharmaceutics Team Leader opportunity to take on both leadership and operational responsibilities in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. By leading a team of laboratory technicians and ensuring the reliable execution of testing activities this position plays a key role in maintaining high standards of quality compliance and performance. At the same time it contributes to building a culture of continuous improvement collaboration and operational excellence across the site.
Who youll work with
This role is highly collaborative and operates at the heart of site activities. Close interaction is expected with teams across Production Quality Assurance Supply Chain Technical Services and HSE. Acting as a key interface for Quality Control the role contributes to aligning priorities supporting decision-making and ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
What youll do
- Lead and develop a team of 8 laboratory technicians fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where performance engagement and continuous development are encouraged.
- Bring structure and clarity to laboratory activities by translating stakeholder needs into clear priorities and ensuring testing (routine non-routine validation) runs smoothly and reliably.
- Play a key role in enabling timely product release by ensuring QC activities are performed to the highest quality and GMP compliance standards.
- Drive quality and continuous improvement through the management of deviations investigations and CAPAs turning challenges into opportunities to strengthen processes.
- Act as a key partner across the site collaborating closely with Production Quality Supply Chain Technical Services and HSE to ensure effective decision-making and smooth operations.
- Contribute to shaping how the laboratory operates including documentation systems (e.g. LIMS) performance monitoring and operational excellence initiatives.
- Represent QC during audits and inspections while ensuring quality and HSE standards are consistently applied and embedded in daily activities.
Interested For this role were looking for the following education experience and skills
- Bachelors or masters degree in a scientific field (e.g. Chemistry Biology Pharmacy or equivalent).
- Proven experience in a pharmaceutical or biological laboratory environment.
- First experience in team leadership or team coordination is highly valued.
- Strong knowledge of GMP and quality standards within a regulated environment.
- Leadership mindset with the ability to motivate develop and guide a team.
- Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills across functions.
- Fluent in English and French.
Are you ready to go beyond to create value and make your mark for patients If this sounds like you then we would love to hear from you!
About us
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company focusing on neurology and immunology. We are over 9.000 people in all four corners of the globe inspired by patients and driven by science.
Why work with us
At UCB we dont just complete tasks we create value. We arent afraid to push forward collaborate and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring supportive culture where everyone feels included respected and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We go beyond to create value for our patients and always with a human focus whether thats on our patients our employees or our planet. Working for us you will discover a place where you can grow and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.
At UCB weve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description or precluded by the nature of the position roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.
UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.
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