At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a lab team to ensure timely testing and compliance with quality standards.
- Company: Join Vantive, a pioneering organ therapy company dedicated to improving lives.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, health programs, flexible working, and career growth.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while advancing your career in a meaningful field.
- Qualifications: Degree in Science or related field, with strong leadership and analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients—that is what Vantive aspires to deliver. We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.
The QC Laboratory Manager is responsible for leading the laboratory team to ensure that batch release and stability testing activities are completed within defined timelines and in full compliance with Vantive Quality Management System (QMS) requirements. This role ensures adherence to safety, GDP, and GLP standards, while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence within the laboratory environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain Vantive QMS requirements for Laboratory Systems
- Ensure all batches are tested and released to QA within agreed timelines
- Support the Validation Manager by providing laboratory resources
- Support the Stability Process Lead by ensuring stability testing is executed and completed within expected timeframes
Operational Responsibilities
- Drive the implementation of Visual Management and 6S practices within the laboratory
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives and VIP projects
- Develop and enhance leading performance indicators and drive ongoing improvement
- Maintain and update laboratory metrics using tracking tools (e.g., MOST)
Quality Systems Responsibilities
- Actively participate and lead key quality systems, including:
- Laboratory Investigation Reports (LIR): Initiator, Owner, Approver
- Change Control: Initiator and Owner
- Documentation: Owner
- NCR/CAPA: Initiator and Owner
- Internal Audits: Lead Auditor
Skills & Experience
- Degree in Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related discipline
- Strong understanding of GMP / GLP / GDP requirements, Laboratory operations and quality systems
- Leadership and team management skills
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Communication and stakeholder management skills
Why Join Vantive?
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive health and wellness programs
- Pension and financial wellbeing support
- Generous annual leave and flexible working options
- Career development and continuous learning opportunities
- Inclusive and collaborative workplace culture
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing initiatives
Reasonable Accommodation
Vantive is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.
QC Manager in Liverpool employer: Vantive
Vantive is an exceptional employer dedicated to improving lives through innovative kidney care solutions. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer comprehensive health and wellness programs, generous leave, and flexible working options, all within an inclusive and collaborative culture. Join us in our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities, while enjoying meaningful work and continuous learning opportunities in a supportive environment.
