Quality Assurance Associate

Azenta; Wotton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Azenta UK, Ltd. seeks a Quality Assurance Associate to sustain and improve the Quality Management System across manufacturing sites in Surrey. The role emphasizes internal audits, document control, and readiness for ISO 9001 and ISO 13485.

You will lead internal audits, host customer audits, support certification body audits, and ensure non-conformities are resolved using 8D methodology. This onsite role is based in Wotton, Surrey, collaborating with Engineering and Manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Life Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field.
• Internal Auditor experience; Lead Auditor certification preferred.
• 2 years QA experience; knowledge of 8D methodology.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal audits at multiple sites.
• Host customer audits and address findings.
• Oversee document control and change controls.
• Monitor quality indicators and report to leadership.

Skills

Internal audits

Document control

Auditing

Lead Auditor

Quality systems

Life sciences knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Teams

Visio

Planner/MS To-Do

Job description

Azenta UK, Ltd.At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and IntegrityJob TitleQuality Assurance AssociateJob DescriptionThe Quality Assurance Associate will be instrumental in maintaining and improving the Quality management System at multiple manufacturing sites. Support of Azenta’s quality management system in accordance with FDA Quality System RegulationThe Quality Assurance Associate will be responsible for overseeing internal audits, hosting customer audits, and assisting the Quality Manager with conducting certification body audits to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 standards. The QA Associate will also gatekeep the document control function at the Wotton site. This role involves working independently while collaborating with a team for guidance.What You’ll Be DoingDocument ControlAct as gate keeper for the document control process.Ensure training on new and updated processes are completed on time.Create and progress document related change controls as needed.Internal AuditsConduct regular internal audits at both manufacturing locations.Evaluate processes, procedures, and documentation to ensure compliance with quality standards.Identify areas for improvement and recommend corrective actions.Customer Audits:Host customer audits as required.Coordinate with cross-functional teams to provide necessary information and address any findings.Maintain positive relationships with customers during the audit process.Certification Body Audits:Prepare for and participate in certification body audits.Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 requirements.Collaborate with relevant departments to address any non-conformities.Quality Monitoring and Reporting:Assist QA with the monitoring of quality indicators and trends.Report findings to senior leadership.Identify training needs and deficiencies related to quality.Communication and Collaboration:Communicate effectively with senior leadership, colleagues, and global teams.Collaborate with other departments (Engineering, Manufacturing, etc.) to maintain quality standards.What You’ll BringBachelor's or Associate Degree in Education, Life Science, Science, Chemistry, Business, Engineering, or related field.Internal Auditor experience preferred. Will be expected to obtain and maintain a Lead Auditor Certification.Two years of experience in quality assurance or related field with a working knowledge of Change Control, Document Control, understanding how nonconforming outputs are resolved using the 8D corrective action methodology (Eight Disciplines).Ability to understand complex documents related to life sciences and medical device design and manufacture such as Quality Manual (QM), Design History File (DHF), Device Master Record (DMR), Device History Record (DHR), Post Market Surveillance (PMS), Instructions For Use (IFUs), Periodic Safety Update Report (PSUR), etc.Organizational and small project management skills; ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines; Utilize modern task tracking techniquesProficiency in working with the Windows platform, and Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Teams, Excel, Visio required; related apps such as Planner/MS Do/Tasks or equivalents,Strong teamwork skills and ability to facilitate successful presentations and training programs to individuals and/or large groups at all levels of the organization;This position is based fully onsite in Wotton, SurreyIf any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at [e-mail] for assistance.Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.