Quality Systems & MicroB Associate

We are Reckitt

Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose.

Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege.

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About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Quality Systems & Microbiology Associate to join our Quality team. This critical role combines hands-on microbiological laboratory activities with the leadership and continuous development of our site’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) program. You will contribute to the safety and quality of our products through robust microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, and proactive quality systems improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in both laboratory and cross-functional environments, enjoys driving smarter, more efficient ways of working, and is passionate about quality culture.

Your responsibilities

Microbiology Laboratory Execution & Oversight

• Perform microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and environmental monitoring (EM) according to internal procedures and regulatory standards.
• Maintain and calibrate microbiology equipment and ensure readiness for internal and external audits.
• Manage consumables and lab supplies.
• Ensure a state of audit readiness and compliance at all times.
• Contribute to the validation of microbiological methods and support troubleshooting of microbiological deviations or out-of-spec results.
• Lead the improvement pillar of our laboratory, searching for optimized ways to execute daily activities, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards and simplifying the laboratory routine.

Quality Systems & GMP Compliance

•  Lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of the site’s Factory GMP Program in alignment with company and regulatory expectations.
•  Conduct GMP training sessions, onboarding, and refreshers for site personnel across departments.
• Own or support internal audits, hygiene walkthroughs, and gap assessments to identify improvement opportunities.
• Create and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), working instructions, and checklists with a mindset for simplification and digitalization.

The experience we're looking for

• Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biology, or related discipline, with a focus in Microbiology.
• Solid understanding of microbiological principles, aseptic technique, and hygienic manufacturing practices.
• Prior experience in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, or cosmetic manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Solid understanding of a Quality Management System principles, including prior experience as lead or internal auditor for ISO 9001:2015.

The skills for success

Technical and Language Skills

• Proficiency in microbiological testing methods
• Familiar with relevant regulations (e.g., EU GMP, ISO standards).
• Fluent in Italian and English (written and spoken).

Mindset and Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to Quality.
• Analytical and proactive, with the ability to identify and implement smarter ways of working.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across departments.
• Autonomous, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

What we offer

With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way.

We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.

Equality

We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.