QA Associate

Ampcus Inc; Winchester; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a QA Associate in Winchester to ensure compliance with manufacturing operations for pharmaceutical products. This role involves real-time monitoring, documentation review, and supporting quality investigations. Ideal candidates should have a bachelor's degree or relevant experience in GMP environments and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills. This position offers a night shift from Sunday to Thursday with training during the day shift.

Qualifications

• Understanding of cGMP and CFR guidance.
• Experience in a regulated GMP manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and good time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with manufacturing operations and documentation.
• Perform real-time audits of batch records.
• Initiate deviation problem reports and support investigations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving Skills

Good Laboratory Practices

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related science or technical field

High School Diploma with 4 years of experience

Lean Six Sigma or ASQ certification

Tools

Laboratory Instrumentation

JD Edwards

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title

QA Associate

Location

Winchester, KY

Position Overview

• The QA Associate is responsible for the Quality support functions associated with the manufacturing of solid oral dosage products for a given business unit.
• The essential responsibilities associated with this position are oversight of the manufacturing operations (as dictated by cGMP, CFR, and Our Client’s SOP) through document review/approval, real-time monitoring/approval of manufacturing activities and testing/approval of in-process and finished product samples.

Responsibilities

• Recommend SOP and batch record changes as needed
• Review proposed SOP revisions and provide feedback to management
• Real-time audit of batch records in the production suites for completeness, documentation, calculation errors and conformance to critical process parameters
• Perform room and equipment clearances per procedure following cleaning conducted by production.
• Perform microbial swabbing of equipment and room surfaces for environmental monitoring.
• Maintain a full understanding of all Our Client SOPs and policies along with all cGMP and CFR guidance that are applicable to the manufacturing of solid oral dosage pharmaceutical products.
• Perform routine testing of in-process and finished product samples including particle size, bulk density, moisture analysis, appearance, and AQL testing real-time.
• Monitor production manufacturing areas for compliance to SOP/cGMP/batch record and safety requirements in order to identify and resolve routine errors and prevent possible deviations that affect production real-time.
• Works cross functionally to assess impact for potential deviations and assist in identifying if an investigation is required.
• Initiate deviation problem reports in Track wise for issues discovered by QA, providing sufficient detail of the incident so that a full investigation by the responsible department can be conducted.
• Manage quality status of WIP and finished good materials on physical inventory and in inventory system (JD Edwards)
• Other assignments as needed within the scope of QA Associate training curriculum.
• Assist in investigations for deviations by supporting data gathering and root cause analysis
• Enforcement of GMP Compliance.
• Promote teamwork and good communication.
• Provide training and coaching to manufacturing staff as needed
• Support site process improvements (training, efficiency projects, implementation of CAPAs)
• Supports customer complaint investigation by performing inspection of retains and complaint samples

Essential Skills and Experience

• Preferred - Bachelor’s Degree in related science or technical field in combination with 2 years prior relevant work experience.
• Minimum of High School Diploma in combination with 4 years of relevant work experience in a regulated GMP manufacturing environment.
• Additional qualifications desired are Lean Six Sigma, ASQ certification or other professional certifications.

Knowledge/Skills Requirements

• Familiarity with basic laboratory instrumentation
• Safe work habits
• Basic math and computer skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Able to work with limited supervision for routine tasks
• Excellent documentation and handwriting skills
• Proficient reading and comprehension skills
• Sound decision-making, technical and problem-solving skills
• Good time management skills
• Expert technical writing and problem-solving skills
• Good Laboratory Practices
• Experienced with continuous improvement techniques
• Demonstrates initiative

Shift

• Sunday to Thursday – 10 PM - 6:30 AM
• Training on 1st Shift – Monday to Friday – 6 AM - 2:30 PM.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.