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Al Alamia Veterinary Medicines Manufacturer

Quality Control (QC) Manager &ndash; Hands-On Laboratory RoleLocation: Al Ain / Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Company: AA-Vet (Al Alamia Veterinary Medicine Manufacturer)About the RoleThis is a hands-on QC Manager position suitable for a professional who can lead the QC department and personally perform analytical and microbiological testing.Responsibilities cover powders, liquids, injectables, disinfectants, and supplement products under WHO GMP, requirements.Key Responsibilities Management Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead QC daily operations for all production lines</li><li>Approve test results, COAs, and batch-release documentation</li><li>Maintain compliance with GMP, ISO 17025, ALCOA+ data integrity, and internal SOPs</li><li>Manage lab equipment calibration, verification, and qualification</li><li>Handle OOS (Out-of-Specification), OOT (Out-of-Trend), deviations, CAPAs, and change control</li><li>Support QA during internal/external audits</li><li>Supervise, train, and develop QC team members</li><li>Review and maintain QC SOPs, test methods, and analytical procedures</li><li>Participate in new product development and test method validation</li><li>Ensure laboratory safety and proper waste management</li></ul>Hands-On Testing ResponsibilitiesThe QC Manager must personally perform critical testing, including:Analytical Chemistry:<ul><li>HPLC analysis (potency, assay, impurities)</li><li>UV&ndash;Vis spectrophotometry</li><li>Supervise Titrimetric analysis (acid-base, redox, complexometric)</li><li>Supervise Wet chemistry (pH, specific gravity, viscosity, moisture, ash)</li></ul>Supervise Microbiological Testing:<ul><li>Total Viable Count (TVC)</li><li>Yeast &amp; mold counts</li><li>Coliforms detection where applicable</li><li>Sterility testing for injectables</li></ul>Supervise Water Quality Testing:<ul><li>RO, EDI, and purified water parameters</li><li>Chemical and microbiological specifications</li></ul>Supervise Environmental Monitoring:<ul><li>Settle plates</li><li>Surface swabs</li><li>Air sampling and monitoring</li></ul>Required Qualifications - Education<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or related scientific field</li><li>Master's degree is preferred</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Minimum 5-10 years of experience in pharmaceutical QC laboratory</li><li>At least 3 years in a supervisory or QC leadership role</li><li>Hands-on experience performing HPLC, UV-Vis, titrations, and microbiological testing</li><li>Knowledge of multiple dosage forms: injectables, oral solutions, powders, disinfectants</li></ul>Technical ExpertiseMust Have:<ul><li>Advanced proficiency in HPLC operation, method development, and troubleshooting</li><li>Strong hands-on skills in UV-Vis spectroscopy and wet chemistry methods</li><li>Practical experience in pharmaceutical microbiology and aseptic techniques</li><li>Ability to perform routine calibration and maintenance of analytical instruments</li><li>Proficient in data analysis and interpretation</li></ul>Regulatory &amp; Quality Systems:<ul><li>Knowledge of WHO GMP, and ISO 17025 requirements</li><li>Experience with pharmacopeias (USP, BP, EP)</li><li>Familiarity with stability testing protocols and specifications</li><li>Knowledge of OOS/OOT investigations and root cause analysis</li></ul>Personal Attributes<ul><li>Hands-on mentality &ndash; willing to work at the bench alongside the team</li><li>Strong leadership and people management skills</li><li>Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities</li><li>High attention to detail and accuracy</li><li>Ability to balance technical laboratory work with management responsibilities</li><li>Strong communication skills in English</li><li>Integrity and commitment to quality excellence</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines</li><li>Proactive approach to continuous improvement</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>salary range from 4,000-5,000P</li><li>Shared Company accommodation</li><li>1 month paid vacation yearly.</li><li>Transportation from accommodation to factory</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Training opportunities</li><li>Modern laboratory facilities</li><li>Opportunity to work with a growing pharmaceutical manufacturer</li><li>Career advancement potential</li><li>Supportive and friendly work environment</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Contract Contract length: 24 monthsPay: AED4,000.00 - AED5,000.00 per month

Quality Control Manager

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Quality Control Manager