Quality Assurance Assistant

MAMEDICA®; Basildon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Assistant to support their Quality Assurance Manager. This entry-level role involves managing stock activities, conducting internal audits, and ensuring compliance with guidelines in a dynamic healthcare environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a keen interest in the pharmaceutical sector. Join a forward-thinking company where you can grow and make a significant impact in quality assurance practices.

Qualifications

• Good command of written and spoken English and Mathematics.
• Experience in a Pharmaceutical/GXP environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock activities and coordinate with QAM to resolve stock issues.
• Handle product returns, complaints, and maintain the GDP area.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Investigatory Skills

Education

GSCE in English

GSCE in Mathematics

Job description

The Quality Assurance Assistant supports the Quality Assurance Manager in maintaining the quality system, conducting internal audits, and updating documentation to ensure compliance with relevant guidelines.

1. Main Responsibilities:
2. Manage stock activities, including daily updates, managing repeats list and stock systems.
3. Review stock levels and expiry dates.
4. Coordinate with QAM to investigate and resolve stock issues.
5. Handle product returns, complaints, and quarantines.
6. Review suspended or revoked licenses regularly.
7. Raise purchase orders and invoices.
8. Maintain the GDP (Good Distribution Practice) area, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
9. Participate in relevant training and programs as required.
10. Perform stock checks and warehouse activities such as deliveries, stock transfers, and orders, especially during busy periods or staff absence.
11. Perform other duties as reasonably assigned by the organization.

Qualifications

• Good command of written and spoken English and Mathematics, ideally GSCE (or equivalent) standard.

Experience

• Experience in a Pharmaceutical/GXP environment is desirable.
• Experience in a Quality Assurance role is desirable.
• Interest or background in medical cannabis is desirable.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze potential issues/risks and develop practical solutions.
• Investigatory skills to gather all necessary information.
• Ability to manage complex workloads and meet expectations.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Quality Assurance
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare

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