Quality Control Manager (Microbiology)

QC Microbiology Manager
Location: Miami, FL
Salary: $90,000-$110,000 annually
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a Quality Control (QC) Microbiology Manager to lead microbiology quality operations within a regulated manufacturing environment. This individual will oversee microbiological testing, investigations, quality systems, and compliance activities while ensuring products meet established quality and regulatory standards.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced quality professional to provide technical leadership, strengthen compliance, and drive continuous improvement in a life sciences environment supporting medical and surgical applications.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee QC microbiology laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with applicable cGMP requirements and internal quality standards.
• Manage microbiological testing programs, review results, and ensure accurate, timely documentation and reporting.
• Oversee deviations, out-of-specification (OOS) results, investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Ensure laboratory procedures, specifications, and documentation remain current and compliant with regulatory requirements.
• Support environmental monitoring, contamination control, and other microbiological quality programs as applicable.
• Partner cross-functionally with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and other departments to resolve quality issues and maintain product integrity.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members while promoting a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Support internal and external audits, regulatory inspections, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related scientific discipline; advanced education is a plus.
• Experience in QC microbiology within a regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or related manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP requirements, microbiological testing, laboratory compliance, and quality systems.
• Demonstrated experience with investigations, root cause analysis, deviations, and CAPAs.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience, including team development and laboratory oversight.
• Strong analytical, organizational, documentation, and cross-functional communication skills.