QA Officer

JR United Kingdom; Buxton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated QA Officer to join their dynamic team in a contract testing laboratory. This role offers a unique opportunity to ensure the quality and compliance of laboratory work in line with ISO 17025 and GMP standards. As part of a friendly team, you will be responsible for managing documentation, conducting audits, and liaising with regulatory bodies. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for quality assurance in a fast-paced environment, this position is perfect for you. Join a company that values compliance and quality, and take the next step in your career!

Benefits

Statutory Sick Pay

Pension Scheme with Employer Contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in a QA role within a laboratory or regulated environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 or GMP and controlled documentation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with ISO 17025 and GMP standards.
• Conduct audits and manage quality issues and investigations.
• Review and amend documentation such as SOPs.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Compliance with Industry Standards

Strong Communication Skills

Ability to Manage Multiple Priorities

Education

Experience in QA Role

Knowledge of ISO 17025

Knowledge of GMP

Tools

Quality Management Systems

Job description

My client is a contract testing laboratory supporting the healthcare and related industries. We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented QA Officer to join a small and friendly team based in Tideswell, UK. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring the quality and compliance of laboratory work in line with ISO 17025 and GMP standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, ISO 17025, and GMP.
• Review, write, and amend documentation such as SOPs.
• Manage controlled documentation and maintain its circulation and availability.
• Audit GMP data, including reviewing raw data prior to releasing GMP CoA or CoP.
• Coordinate quality issues, investigations, and CAPA.
• Assist with OOS, NC, NTF, CMP, RA, and CAPA investigations.
• Participate in the change control process to ensure changes maintain GMP compliance.
• Track, trend, and gather data for meetings as per procedures.
• Conduct staff training on quality matters when required.
• Liaise with customers or regulatory representatives.
• Host and manage external audits by customers or regulatory bodies.
• Respond to external audit report findings and plan corrective actions.
• Release and obtain necessary documentation in a controlled manner.
• Plan and conduct internal audits.
• Maintain the archives.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to compliance with industry standards.
• Experience in a QA role within a laboratory or regulated environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 or GMP, and controlled documentation.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Other Information:

• Please note - private transport is essential to access the site unless you live in the immediate area.
• Full-time role, 37.5 hours per week (some overtime may be required).
• Statutory Sick Pay.
• Auto-enrolment into a pension scheme with a 6% employer contribution after probation.

If you're interested in the above role then please click apply or get in touch to discuss further.