QC Microbiology Manager

We are currently supporting a leading pharmaceutical company in North Yorkshire with an exciting opportunity for a QC Microbiology Manager to join their growing quality function. As a QC Microbiology Manager, you will • Lead the QC microbiology laboratory and ensure smooth day to day testing operations • Oversee environmental monitoring and microbiological testing, including bioburden and LAL • Lead and support investigations including OOS, deviations and environmental excursions • Provide technical leadership, coaching and development to the microbiology team • Support continuous improvement initiatives and the introduction of new methods and technologies • Work closely with manufacturing and QA teams to support batch release and site quality standards What we are looking for: • Strong QC microbiology experience within a GMP pharmaceutical environment • Hands-on experience with environmental monitoring and bioburden testing • Experience with investigations, SOPs and quality systems • Leadership experience or readiness to step into a managerial role