Freelance QA Specialist - Batch Verification GMP

Vivid Resourcing Ltd; Limburg; On-site; EUR 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Vivid Resourcing Ltd is working with a client in Limburg to appoint a Senior QA Specialist with a strong pharmaceutical quality background to support the Lead Qualified Person (QP) and ensure batches are manufactured and tested in compliance.

The role covers QMS improvement, CAPA, deviations, change control, batch documentation, and audits. Fluent Dutch is required; expected start October/ASAP; 40 hours per week; freelance contract.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in a related field with pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.
• 3–5 years of QA experience in pharma or food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of international cGMP guidelines and regulations.
• Experience with (secondary) pharmaceutical packaging processes is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the Quality System to meet cGMP standards.
• Support QP and review batch documentation and deviations.
• Lead or support CAPA, investigations, and change controls.
• Prepare APR/PQR and participate in audits.
• Provide training and cross-functional project support.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Ownership

Integrity

Organized

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Pharmacy

Biomedical Sciences / Bioengineering equivalent

Job description

For a customer in Limburg, we are searching for QA Specialist with a scientific profile who can apply all elements of the Quality Management System (QMS) support the Lead Qualified Person (QP) in ensuring that every batch is manufactured and tested in compliance with applicable legislation and Marketing Authorization requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Quality System to maintain the appropriate cGMP standards for processes and systems.
• Participate in cGMP improvement initiatives.
• Support the monitoring and effectiveness of the Quality Management System by overseeing change requests, customer complaints, deviations, incidents, and CAPA plans.
• Provide guidance on internal deviation handling and CAPA implementation.
• Review and approve final investigation reports related to incidents and customer complaints.
• Ensure the integrity of batch documentation through batch record review, analytical record review, and verification of other relevant batch documentation.
• Prepare and finalize Annual Product Reviews (APR) / Product Quality Reviews (PQR) in a timely manner.
• Participate in cross-functional projects, contributing to: Project execution, Validation strategy and activities, Compliance with regulatory requirements and customer expectations, Successful implementation into the production environment.
• Review validation documentation as part of project activities.
• Report project progress and validation activities during weekly meetings with delegated Qualified Persons and the Lead QP.
• Perform and/or support structured problem-solving activities by evaluating situations, identifying potential solutions, selecting the most appropriate course of action, and approving action plans.
• Deliver training to colleagues through coaching, demonstrations, group sessions, and practical instruction.
• Play a key supporting role during customer audits and regulatory inspections.

Profile

• A Master's degree, Industrial Pharmacist qualification, or equivalent (e.g., Biomedical Sciences or Bioengineering).
• Relevant experience and training within pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Experience with (secondary) pharmaceutical packaging processes is considered an advantage.
• 3–5 years of solid experience as a Quality Assurance Specialist within the pharmaceutical or food manufacturing industry.
• Good working knowledge of international cGMP guidelines and pharmaceutical regulations.
• Knowledge of other quality management systems (HACCP, food regulations, or medical device regulations) is an asset.
• Strong sense of ownership
• Team player who can collaborate effectively across all organizational levels
• High level of integrity
• Positive, solution-oriented mindset
• Decisive
• Detail-oriented
• Well-organized with strong prioritization skills

SENIORITY: Senior

START DATE: October/ASAP

DURATION: 31/12/2026

EXTENSION: Yes

CONTRACT: Freelance

LOCATION: Limburg

HOURS PER WEEK: 40

LANGUAGES: Fluent Dutch

INTERVIEW PROCESS: 1-2 Stages