Quality Technician

Perrigo Company plc; Heanton Punchardon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Perrigo Company is seeking a Quality Assurance professional to review batch documentation and support GMP compliance across high-volume manufacturing. You will assist Production with non-conformance decisions, containment, and process improvements, while preparing training materials and reports as needed.

Strong data handling and confidence with Excel/PowerPoint/Word are essential, along with clear communication and collaborative teamwork. English language required for all materials.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a high volume manufacturing environment, preferably regulated.
• Familiar with GMP principles and lean management concepts.
• Good written, verbal and visual communication; able to convey information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Review batch paperwork in process for correct completion and GMP compliance for QP release.
• Review in-process test results to determine product quality.
• Support Production in actions for non-conformance (Quality Event), including decisions to continue production.
• Ensure non-conformance products/materials are contained, quarantined or batched as required.
• Conduct product sampling and inspection to support non-conformance investigations and process improvements.
• Support process and quality improvements led by operations and Quality Engineer to reduce non-conformance.
• Assist in implementing corrective actions from investigations.
• Undertake other reasonable duties to support Perrigo business.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Lean & continuous improvement

Communication skills (written, verbal)

Data analysis & reporting

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.

Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care.

Description Overview

Review batch documentation associated with the manufacture and packaging of products to ensure they meet specification and have been produced in accordance with the MA and GMP. Provide line-side Quality support to Production departments.

Scope of the Role

• Reviewing batch paperwork in process for correct completion and compliance to GMP in preparation of QP release.
• Reviewing in process test and inspection results to determine product quality.
• Supporting the Production departments in determination of actions in the event of a non-conformance (Quality Event) occurring, including decisions to continue production.
• Ensuring where a non-conformance has occurred any impacted product and materials are suitably contained and quarantined, including where necessary placing materials on hold and splitting batches as required.
• Conducting product sampling and inspection where required in support of non-conformance investigation and process improvements.
• Supporting process and quality improvements led by operations teams and Quality Engineer to reduce non-conformance.
• Support the implementation of corrective actions as a result of non-conformance investigations.
• To undertake such other reasonable duties as may be required from time to time in order to support the Perrigo business.

Experience Required

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a high volume manufacturing environment, preferably in a regulated industry.
• Familiar with the principles of GMP.
• Familiar with principles of lean management and continuous improvement, can demonstrate participation in lean management initiatives.
• Effective communication – written, verbal & visually – can convey information simply, succinctly, objectively.
• Experienced user of computer software programmes such as Excel, PowerPoint & Word is essential. Is able to enter and manipulate data in spreadsheets to sort and produce reports and graphs and analyse data. Can prepare slides in PowerPoint for example to deliver training. Can write a technical report using structure and formatting to improve readability.
• Ability to work in a multifunctional team, works collaboratively to find best solution for all.
• Eye for detail, is careful and methodical in their work and sets high standards for accuracy.

Benefits

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

Find out more about Total Rewards at Perrigo.

We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out more here.

All application materials, including resumes and CVs, must be submitted in English.

We are 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, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. #weareperrigo