QA Specialist – Carlow

PE Global (UK); Carlow; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PE Global advertises a QA Specialist position for a client located in Carlow, Ireland. This 11-month initial contract role is Hybrid and involves ensuring data integrity, cGMP compliance and quality systems support on site.

The candidate will liaise with QA leads, handle document reviews and support batch release activities, with responsibilities spanning documentation, investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific/quality discipline or related field.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems and GMP compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Ensure ALCOA data integrity principles across records and data.
• Drive compliance with cGMP and corporate regulations.
• Support quality activities including batch release documentation and investigations.
• Escalate potential cGMP violations and aid resolution.
• Collaborate with QA leads and cross-functional teams to resolve quality queries.
• Generate performance metric reports for Quality Management Systems.

Skills

Quality Systems

GMP compliance

Data integrity

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering/Quality

Tools

QMS software

Electronic batch records

Real-time reporting tools

Job description

PE Global is currently recruiting a QA Specialist on behalf of our client based in Carlow:

11-month initial contract- hybrid

Responsible for activities including some or all of the following and any other tasks as required:

• Ensure data integrity principles: Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original, and Accurate (ALCOA) are adhered to for records and data in day-to-day business activities.
• Attend and successfully complete applicable cGMP training. Responds to Operational and business area’s, drives compliance with cGMP and corporate regulations.
• Drives cGMP/GDP compliance in the performance of day-to-day business activities.
• Escalate any potential violation of cGMP and/or other concerns which may affect the safety, efficacy, quality, or purity of MMD human health products and aids resolution
• Liaise with the Quality/ Business Area Specialists/QP/QA Lead to resolve quality related queries where required
• Provides expertise & quality support for the introduction of new products onto site in relation to product release where required
• Ensure and promote that adequate processes and procedures are in place and followed for all Quality activities.
• Report on and assist with monitoring the Quality Management Systems. Generate reports for performance metrics and significant quality events & issues.
• Review and approval of all manufacturing batch/ material documentation including electronic batch records, real time reports, master data using the site systems where required.
• Identify, influence and support compliance initiatives to improve compliance status and overall operational efficiency for batch release at the site.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Quality, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related technical discipline.
• Relevant industry qualifications or certifications in Quality Management Systems, Compliance, Auditing, or Operational Excellence are desirable.
• Typically 3 to 5 years’ experience in a regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or healthcare manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience working within Quality Systems and Compliance functions, including management of quality records, deviations, CAPAs, change controls, investigations, Complaints and document management systems.
• Knowledge of current GMP requirements and quality system standards applicable to pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Engineering, Laboratory, Supply Chain, and Technical Operations. Skills and Competencies Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems and GMP compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex quality issues and identify sustainable solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and report preparation. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within agreed timelines.
• Effective stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across functions and levels of the organization.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining data integrity and quality standards.
• Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical site procedures and processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and electronic quality management systems.
• Demonstrated capability to drive continuous improvement and support a culture of quality and compliance.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with site Quality Systems governance, metrics, compliance monitoring, and inspection readiness activities.

***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland***