Quality Assurance Coordinator

Alimentiv; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A pharmaceutical manufacturing company seeks a Quality Assurance Coordinator in Kitchener. The role involves reviewing and managing QA documentation, assisting with audits, and coordinating meetings. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and 1-3 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Clinical Research. Strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office are essential.

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Quality Assurance or Clinical Research specialty preferred.
• General knowledge of regulations governing global clinical research practices.

Responsibilities

• Independently triage high volume of incoming requests to QA.
• Assist with external audits and regulatory inspections.
• Plan and coordinate QA Department meetings.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Clinical Research

Time Management

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

MS Office Proficiency

Education

Diploma or bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$42,000.00/yr - CA$70,000.00/yr

QA Coordination and Document Management (55-65%)

• Independently review and triage high volume of incoming requests to QA and assign to QA staff based on area of expertise
• Independently review high volume of document change requests in the electronic quality management system (eQMS) and assign to QA staff based on area of expertise.
• Perform quality system document reviews using the eQMS and document quality checks as assigned to ensure documents meet the requirements of the QMS.
• Liaise with quality system document owners as required to seek clarity on processes outlined in quality system documents
• Support QA personnel with publishing quality system documents.
• Provide input to QA department processes to support continuous improvement activities.

QA Audits/Inspection Management (15-20%)

• Assist with external audits and regulatory inspections, which may include preparation for audit/inspection (e.g., schedule audit participants, distribute audit agenda, book and prepare the audit meetings)
• Create audit folder and upload requested documents to shared folder for auditor review
• Support QA audit team in managing auditor requests during the audit/inspection.
• Generate record/notes of audit discussions and findings

QA Meetings (10-15%)

• Plan and coordinate QA Department meetings including scheduling and agenda planning
• Generate QA Department meetings minutes and circulate for review
• Provide meeting support to QA team members as required

Additional Knowledge and Skills

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in a related field
• 1 - 3 years of relevant experience
• Quality Assurance or Clinical Research specialty preferred.
• General knowledge of regulations and standards governing global clinical research practices
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook and Teams)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong time management skills

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Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Quality Assurance

Industries

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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