Pharma Quality Auditor

Grifols, S.A; Sant Cugat del Vallès; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Model

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Grifols, S.A. is seeking a Corporate Quality Auditor to perform audits across the Grifols Industrial group and affiliates, ensuring compliance with GDP, internal procedures and policies. The role involves evaluating quality systems, preparing audit reports, and following up on CAPAs.

The ideal candidate holds a Life Sciences or Engineering degree (or 10 years of experience) with 3–5 years in GDP within pharma, and ready to travel up to 30%. Strong analytical and English skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Life Sciences or Engineering or 10 years of related experience.
• 3–5 years of GDP experience in pharma industry.
• Experience in Auditing GxP is valuable.
• Willingness to travel ~30% and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect and review documentation to prepare and execute audit activities.
• Define and coordinate the audit agenda with stakeholders.
• Prepare audit-related documentation: checklists, working papers, materials.
• Conduct Corporate Quality Audits per plan, scope and timelines.
• Prepare audit reports with findings and improvements.
• Classify findings and provide practical recommendations; follow CAPAs.
• Support management and monitoring of quality indicators.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to promote continuous improvement and compliance.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, regulatory requirements, and procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Travel readiness

English proficiency

GxP auditing

Education

Life Sciences degree or Engineering degree

Tools

GDP experience

Quality auditing

Job description

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

We believe that diversity adds value to our business, our teams, and our culture. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, fostering an inclusive environment where diversity makes us outstanding.

Mission

From Quality Assurance we are looking for a Corporate Quality Auditor who will be the responsible to perform the Corporate Quality audits to the companies of Grifols Industrial group and affiliates, in order to evaluate and ensure the compliance of Good Distribution Practices, internal procedures and internal policies as well as to detect opportunities for improvement and best practices. Audits will be performed to Biopharma, Diagnostic and Healthcare busines units manufacturing sites (Pharmaceutical products and Medical Devices) and Grifols Affiliates.

What your responsibilities will be

• Collect and review all documentation required to prepare and execute audit activities.
• Define and coordinate the audit agenda, ensuring alignment with audit objectives and stakeholders.
• Prepare all audit-related documentation prior to audit execution, including checklists, working papers, and supporting materials.
• Conduct Corporate Quality Audits, ensuring compliance with the approved audit plan, scope, and timelines.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports, clearly documenting activities performed, identified risks, findings, and opportunities for improvement in a timely manner.
• Evaluate, classify, and document audit findings according to established quality standards, providing practical recommendations for improvement.Follow up on corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) derived from audits, monitoring implementation and effectiveness.
• Support the management, monitoring, and reporting of quality indicators and key performance metrics within the area.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to promote continuous improvement and compliance across the organization.
• Ensure adherence to corporate quality standards, regulatory requirements, and internal procedures throughout the audit process.

Who you are

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).

• You have a Life Sciences Degree (Pharmacy, Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology) or Engineering Degree (Chemical or Industrial) or 10 years experience.
• You have 3-5 years of experience in GDP within pharmaceutical industry.
• High valuable to have experience in Auditing GxP.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Availability to travel approximately 30%.
• Advanced English level, both written and spoken.

What we offer

It is a brilliant opportunity for you, Grifols is fully aware that its employees are one of its major assets. We are committed to maintaining an atmosphere that encourages all our employees to develop their professional careers in an excellent working environment.

Information about Grifols is available at www.grifols.com.

We believe in diverse talent and want to remove any barriers that may hinder your participation.

Grifols is an equal opportunity employer.

Flexibility for U Program: Hybrid Model

Flexible schedule: Monday-Thursday 7-10 to 16-19h and Friday 8-15h. (with the same flexible start time).

Contract of Employment: Permanent position