QA Specialist – Shift – Meath

PE Global (UK); Dunboyne; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Ireland is seeking a QA Operations Specialist for an 11-month onsite contract in the Meath area. This pivotal role focuses on ensuring compliance with cGMP regulations and entails responsibilities such as overseeing Quality Assurance activities, conducting investigations, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant field and 4-7 years of experience in Quality Assurance or related areas. The position requires strong communication skills and an attention to detail in documentation.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or Technical Operations.
• Experience interacting with regulatory agencies during site inspections.
• Demonstrated knowledge of FDA, HPRA, EMEA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with cross-functional teams to address compliance issues.
• Participate in investigations and risk assessments related to deviations.
• Provide QA review and approval of documentation for compliance.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Problem solving

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree qualification in Science/Quality/Technical

Tools

PAS-X

SAP

Veeva

Job description

The role:

PE Global is currently recruiting for QA Operations Specialist’s on behalf of a leading company based in Meath.

This is an initial 11-month contract role. This is onsite role. Shift position will have a rotation of working days across 7 days max working week 40hours – start and end time will very depending on shift

Our clientsBiologics facility have a great opportunity for a QA Operations Specialist to join the team. Reporting to the QA Operations Manager within Global Development Quality (GDQ), the QA Specialist role will support the Quality Assurance activities at Research & Development Division facility. You will be a key member of the quality team ensuring the site has a strong operational compliance focus which is aligned with the principles and expectations of cGMP regulations.

Please note this is a shift role.

Key Accountabilities

• Liaise daily with cross-functional teams to collaboratively and actively to address compliance issues in a timely manner.
• Participate in investigations and risk assessments related to deviations/ complaints and changes, ensuring appropriate actions are implemented to meet deadlines.
• Provide QA review and approval of Change Controls, Deviations/CAPAs, SOPs and related documentation for compliance to GMP and site requirements.
• Provide QA oversight to the qualification/validation, technical transfers, regulatory approvals, laboratory operations and commercial operations.
• Perform material disposition of incoming material to the site.
• Assist in the development of training curricula and records for the QA Operations group, providing SME training on Quality Assurance SOPs as required.
• Support an environment of continuous improvement by identifying and implementing efficiencies and quality improvements.
• Work collaboratively to foster strong relationships with management and colleagues and to drive a safe and compliant culture on site.
• Participate in and support risk management activities in line with relevant guidance and best industry practice.
• Ensure the escalation of compliance risks to management in a timely manner.
• Keep informed of the latest developments from regulatory authorities in relation to quality compliance.
• Support cross functional departments by responding to quickly to unplanned events and technical issues.
• Perform real time exception review by maintaining on the floor operations support during manufacturing.
• Support the site’s walk-through/ GEMBA process as assigned.
• Possess knowledge of contamination control processes and assist in identifying/ mitigating contamination risks to ensure optimal product quality and compliance with regulatory standards.

Educational and Experience Requirements

In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:

• Degree qualification (Science/Quality/Technical).
• 4-7 years’ experience, ideally in Quality Assurance, Quality Control or Technical Operations within the Biological and/or pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience with PAS‑X, SAP and Veeva is desirable.
• Project Manager capability with significant understanding of Operations and/or Laboratories.
• Demonstrated experience in QRM, Investigations, problem solving as a Quality SME.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to think logically and be proactive under pressure.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative in a constructive manner.
• Strong attention to detail and precision in preparing and reviewing GMP documentation.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of industrial regulations including those of FDA, HPRA, EMEA and other authorities related to Biologics and/or Pharmaceuticals.
• Experience in direct interactions with regulatory agencies during site inspections.

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.

Please click the link below to apply, call Audrey on 0214297900 or alternatively send an up-to-date CV to [e-mail]

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