Quality Control Section Head
Viatris
Cairo,Egypt
3803 Viatris Egypt S.A.E
At VIATRIS, we see healthcare not as it is but as it should be. We act courageously and are uniquely positioned to be a source of stability in a world of evolving healthcare needs.
Viatris empowers people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life.
We do so via:
Access – Providing high quality trusted medicines regardless of geography or circumstance;
Leadership – Advancing sustainable operations and innovative solutions to improve patient health; and
Partnership – Leveraging our collective expertise to connect people to products and services.
Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here’s how the (Quality Control Section Head) role will make an impact:
Position summary:
Responsible for release of in-process materials and finished goods during its manufacturing stages and all related activities.
Managing all laboratory resources safely and efficiently. Responsible for all aspects of the laboratory including equipment, employees, supplies, software and documentation.
Job Specific technical/Functional/Professional Competencies:
Responsible for the finished goods laboratory section functions including in-process materials and corresponding documentation to support the timely disposition of product.
Managing all FG laboratory section resources efficiently, responsible for all aspects of the laboratory including equipment, employees, supplies, software and documentation.
Responsible for ensuring that all results generated are in compliance with data integrity requirements.
Responsible for finished goods equipment calibration & maintenance.
Maintains laboratory supplies inventory required for chemical analysis.
Coordinating schedule with other departments (Planning, Production).
Supervise operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.
Maintains FG laboratory equipment performance by establishing quality standards; developing operations and quality procedures; ensuring staff compliance; certifying instrument performance; arranging equipment replacement, service, and repair.
Maintains laboratory supplies inventory required for FG analysis by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
Supporting validation department in execution of process validation activities and cleaning validation.
Approval of finished products release documents.
Reviewing and approval the process validation and cleaning validation protocols and reports.
Training the analysts on the implementation of current new SOPs, Standard Test Procedures (STPs) and new techniques in the analysis. Document and approve the training documents.
Reviewing and approval the required SOPs related to chemical laboratory tasks and ensuring that these procedures are strictly followed during laboratory practices.
Coaching and developing chemical laboratory colleagues to achieve high performance.
Trouble shooting for section problems and instruments malfunctions.
Reviewing the Analytical Method Transfer Exercise (AMTE) results from local (new analysts, new test procedures) and from labs in other companies and/or countries and supporting them.
Review / approve laboratory investigation reports (LIR) for out-of-specification FG results.
Responsible for endorsement of GLP requirements during laboratory practices.
EHS committee member, ensuring implementation of EHS measures/actions within QC laboratories.
Coaching colleagues with their improving projects and sponsoring their projects.
Implements new programs, tests, methods, instrumentation and procedures by investigating alternatives; preparing proposals; monitoring progress.
Supports QA with all CCRs and QARs related to the section.
Responsibility for implementation of Data integrity program in the relevant work area and Insure following up ALCOA principles all over operations.
Responsibility for compliance with Viatris Quality Standards.
Delegate for Quality Control manager in case of his absence (if needed).
Delegate Senior Quality Control Analyst (Finished goods) in case of absence.
Experience and Knowledge
A minimum of five years quality control experience.
Demonstrated success providing technical supervision including assigning tasks, scheduling.
Experienced with Laboratory instruments and processes
Essential Personal Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or equivalent scientific background.
Good command of English language
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Excellent documentation and technical writing skills
Good communications skills and able to work in a team and be able to interact with various priorities
Active, organized and planner with high attention for details
Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines
High observation skills
Problem solving
Hard worker & self-motivated.
At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others.
Viatris is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

