Head of Technical Quality - Baglan Plant

at  Ecolab

ABOUT ECOLAB

A trusted partner at nearly three million customer locations spanning over 170 countries, Ecolab is the global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services. Our team delivers comprehensive solutions, data-driven insights and personalized service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, hospitality and industrial markets.
When you come to work at Ecolab, you get to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges and have the opportunity to learn and grow, shape your career, make an impact and quickly see the importance of your work.
Join Ecolab as a Quality Manager II in Life Science market. Ecolab Life Science provides comprehensive solutions and technical expertise focused on cleaning, sanitisation and contamination control, all whilst ensuring safety, compliance, and operational efficiency for personal care, nutraceutical and pharmaceutical manufacturers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum experience of 7-10 years in a technical role within the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry.
• 3 years in a leadership position.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant regulations and standards (MHRA GMP) governing pharmaceutical manufacturing, distribution, and quality management systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• In depth understanding of Microbiology, Validation and QC testing methods including HPLC, FTIR and UV testing protocols and a testing background.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• QP qualified or working towards QP accreditation.

• Provide leadership and direction to the quality assurance, quality control, microbiology and validation teams fostering a culture of quality excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess and track quality metrics, including product quality, batch release times, deviation/incident rates, first pass fail and customer complaints.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement risk management strategies to mitigate quality-related risks throughout the product lifecycle and across the facility.
• Lead internal and external audits, including regulatory inspections, ensuring timely resolution of audit findings and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, and regulatory affairs, to ensure alignment and integration of objectives across all functions.
• Champion a culture of quality and compliance through training, education, and clear communication, ensuring all employees understand their roles and responsibilities in maintaining product quality and safety.
• Drive initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, optimize resource utilization, and reduce costs while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.