Director - Head of Quality Control

Director, Head of Control Control

Location: On-site, Portsmouth, NH. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

The Director - Head of Quality Control (QC) manages all QC activities, ensuring a safe and controlled work environment. This includes managing tasks related to biochemistry, microbiology, environmental monitoring, raw materials, stability, method transfer, instrument and software qualification, data integrity, sample management, and QC document management. Provides a safe, controlled work environment in all areas of responsibility while being aware of the site safety objectives and making sure these are communicated and understood by all staff. Provides guidance to supervisors and other frontline leads to achieve goals in accordance with established policies. Establishes and recommends changes to policies which affect subordinate organizations. Develops and administers budgets, schedules and performance requirements. Role will be responsible for Championing operational excellence and innovation as well QC financial targets, to ensure stable planning of QC activities as per site needs. Responsible for people development and growth. Creates a culture in the QC organization that leads to employee satisfaction and retention. Contributes to the site’s growth strategy, including planning, budgeting, and safety.

What you will get:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

• Opportunities for career development and internal mobility

• Supportive and inclusive work environment

• Access to cutting-edge technologies and resources

• Flexible working arrangements where applicable

• Commitment to employee well-being and safety

• Collaborative culture that values innovation and excellence

Access to our full list of global benefits: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

What you will do:

• Lead the QC department, overseeing biochemistry, microbiology, environmental monitoring, raw materials, stability, method transfer, instrument and software qualification, data integrity, sample management, and QC document management

• Develop and execute QC strategy aligned with site goals

• Ensure compliance with cGMP and safety regulations

• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence

• Support audits and regulatory inspections

• Manage QC budget and resource planning

• Coach and develop QC staff to enhance performance

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or equivalent experience

• 10+ years of QC experience with proven leadership skills

• Strong communication and team management abilities

• Experience presenting ideas and influencing outcomes

• Ability to mentor and lead diverse teams

• Commitment to quality, safety, and ethical standards

• Comfortable delivering feedback and managing performance

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.