Manager Quality Control (m/w/d)Skip to main content*This site uses cookies to provide you with an optimal user experience. The cookies include Strictly Necessary and Functional cookies to ensure the site operates as intended (language preference, time zone and workload balance). These cookies are first party cookies, end with the session and are exempted from consent. In addition, this site also uses a Google Analytics Cookie to measure and improve the performance of our site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. By clicking on the ‘Accept Cookies’ button, you are accepting this Performance cookie. You may use this site if you click on the ‘Reject Cookies’ button. To revoke your consent of the Performance cookie, clear your cookies within your browser settings.*#Manager Quality Control (m/w/d) page is loaded## Manager Quality Control (m/w/d)Applyremote type: Not Applicablelocations: AUT - Vienna - Vienna (Siemensstrasse)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: June 13, 2026 (29 days left to apply)job requisition id: R397115Job DescriptionOur Manufacturing & Supply Division is dedicated to being the most trusted supplier of biopharmaceuticals worldwide. Our facilities, along with our external contractors, suppliers, and partners, create a reliable global manufacturing network that is devoted to delivering a high-quality, reliable supply to customers and patients on time, every time.Our site in 1210 Vienna is a strategic location for solid drug manufacturing including tablets, coated tablets, granules and implants for the health provision and treatment of livestock and domestic animals. Most of our products are exported. To ensure sustainable company growth we continually strive to offer attractive career opportunities for more than 450 employees at our Vienna site. In support of our existing team, we are currently looking for a:**Manager Quality Control (m/w/d)**full-time; 2-year fixed-term contractThe **QC Manager – QC Systems and Equipment** is responsible for the **governance, lifecycle management, qualification, and compliance of Quality Control computerized systems and QC equipment**, with a strong focus on **LIMS, Empower**, **QC‐relevant GxP system and equipment qualification**, and **data integrity**.The role manages a team of **QC Systems / QC Specialists** and ensures that **QC systems and equipment are fit for intended use, fully qualified, and inspection‐ready at all times**, in alignment with **cGMP, data integrity requirements, and company quality standards**. The position acts as **System Owner and Equipment Owner (or Sub‐System Owner)** and serves as a key interface to **QC laboratories, QA, IT, CSV, Engineering, Global functions, and Regulatory Affairs**.The role supports **non‐routine projects and compliance topics** (e.g. **Deviations, CAPAs, Change Controls, OOS/OOT, Audits, Regulatory Requests**) related to **QC systems, electronic data, and QC equipment.****Responsibilities*** Overall responsibility for **QC systems and QC equipment**, including **LIMS, Empower**, and laboratory instrumentation, ensuring a validated and inspection‐ready state* **System Owner / Sub‐System Owner** for QC computerized systems, including lifecycle management, change control, user management, and data integrity oversight* Responsibility for **qualification and re‐qualification of QC equipment** (IQ/OQ/PQ), including oversight of vendors, documentation, and periodic reviews* Leads and supports **QC system‐ and equipment‐related compliance activities** (Deviations, CAPAs, Change Controls, OOS/OOT, audits, regulatory requests)* Drives **continuous improvement** of QC systems, digital processes, and equipment reliability in close collaboration with QC, QA, IT, CSV, and Engineering* Manages, coaches, and develops a team of **QC Systems / QC Specialists**, ensuring adequate training, resourcing, and succession planning* Ensures adherence to **cGMP, data integrity, quality systems, and EHS requirements**, and actively supports inspections and self‐inspections**Qualifications, Experience & Skills*** University degree in chemistry or natural sciences* Strong expertise in **QC computerized systems and laboratory environments**, including **LIMS, Empower**, and system‐supported analytical workflows* Solid background in **qualification and lifecycle management of QC equipment and GxP systems** (IQ/OQ/PQ, periodic review, change control)* Proven understanding of **cGMP and data integrity requirements**, with the ability to apply them pragmatically in daily operations* **People leadership and coaching skills**, with experience developing technical specialists and building engaged, high‐performing teams* Ability to **lead and manage compliance topics** such as deviations, CAPAs, audits, and inspections in a structured and confident manner* Strong **cross‐functional collaboration skills**, working effectively with QC labs, QA, IT, Engineering, and global stakeholders* Structured, proactive, and improvement‐oriented mindset, with the ability to **drive continuous improvement and digitalization initiatives****We offer*** Exciting and varied field of work in a modern, internationally operating company* Annual bonus and employee recognition bonuses* Employee referral program* Attractive company pension* Paid parental leave up to 12 weeks provided by company* Company medical care and vaccination program* Discounted fitness offer* Fruit, coffee & tea* Massage@Work* Modern company canteen with generous company subsidy* Annual ticket for Wiener Linien or subsidy for climate ticket and/or bike leasing* Various employee discounts and benefits and much more!We offer an attractive salary, outstanding social benefits and an exciting work environment with varied tasks in an international environment. The minimum annual salary for this position is **EUR 61.300** and varies according to the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. We are looking forward to receiving your application.**Required Skills:**Analytical Method Transfer, Analytical Method Transfer, Analytical Testing, Analytical Thinking, Business Management, Business Process Management (BPM), cGMP Compliance, Corrective Action Management, Data Integrity, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Digital Technology, Driving Continuous Improvement, GMP Documentation, Instrumentation, Integrity Management, Laboratory Operations, Management Information Systems (MIS), People Leadership, Periodic Reviews, Pharmaceutical Quality Control (QC), Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs, Quality Management, Quality Standards, Regulatory Affairs Compliance, Team Supervision {+ 1 more}**Preferred Skills:**Current Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HERE**Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully** Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.**Employee Status:**Project Temps (Fixed Term)**Relocation:**No relocation**VISA Sponsorship:**No**Travel Requirements:**No Travel Required**Flexible Work Arrangements:**Not Applicable**Shift:**Not Indicated**Valid Driving License:**No**Hazardous Material(s):**N/A**Job Posting End Date:**06/13/2026**\*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.**Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.
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