Quality Assurance Validation Manager - 12 Months FTC

Joinimagine; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Ireland is seeking a QA Validation Manager to oversee qualification and validation of equipment and control systems for the Life Sciences business. The role ensures GxP compliance and supports supplier qualification, with a focus on IQ/OQ/PQ and EU GMP Annex 11/15.

The position requires strong MS Office skills, a background in pharmaceutical or medical devices QA, and experience managing quality systems within a GxP framework. Applicants must have full work rights in Ireland.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a QA Validation Manager or equivalent role within the Pharmaceutical or Medical Devices industry.
• Demonstrated knowledge of equipment qualification activities, including IQ, OQ, and PQ.
• Good understanding of EU GMP Annex 11 and Annex 15.
• Experience in the management of Quality Systems in compliance with GxP requirements.
• Computer literate (MS Office).
• Life Science logistics industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Computer System Validation process in line with GAMP 5 requirements.
• Oversee qualification and requalification schedules for GxP-critical equipment and systems.
• Complete qualification activities with mapping contractors and maintain compliant documentation.
• Monitor temperature across all facility areas.
• Lead supplier qualification, approval, and requalification of GxP-critical suppliers.
• Assist with supplier and equipment selection, approval, and implementation with stakeholders.
• Support day-to-day quality activities to ensure compliance and service continuity.

Skills

IQ/OQ/PQ qualification

GxP knowledge

MS Office

Life sciences logistics

EU GMP Annex 11/15

Job description

Grade: K
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract / Secondment - 12 months
Shift patterns: Mon to Fri 8:00 to 16:30
Location: Dublin

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company, and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a QA Validation Manager to manage the qualification and validation of equipment, control systems, and computer systems for the Life Sciences business in Ireland.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Manage the Computer System Validation process on behalf of the Quality Assurance team, ensuring compliance with GAMP 5 requirements and supporting team accountabilities
• Manage the qualification and requalification schedule for all GxP-critical equipment and systems used across the business
• Complete qualification activities with mapping contractors, ensuring all documentation is maintained in line with GxP requirements
• Be accountable for temperature monitoring across all areas of the facility
• Be responsible for supplier qualification, including approval, ongoing assessment, and requalification of GxP-critical suppliers
• Support supplier and equipment selection, approval, and implementation in collaboration with key stakeholders
• Support and manage selected customer day-to-day quality activities, as required, to ensure ongoing compliance and service continuity

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Previous experience in a QA Validation Manager or equivalent role within the Pharmaceutical or Medical Devices industry
• Demonstrated knowledge of equipment qualification activities, including IQ, OQ, and PQ
• Good understanding of EU GMP Annex 11 and Annex 15
• Experience in the management of Quality Systems in compliance with GxP requirements
• Computer literate (minimum intermediate level on use of MS Office elements)
• Life Science logistics industry experience

Note - you must have the full legal right to work in Ireland at the time of applying

WHY JOIN US

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• Paid annual leave days: 24 days
• Generous pension scheme
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Financial wellness support
• Annual Bonus scheme
• Private Medical Care

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place from 28th July. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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