Compliance Specialist

PCI Pharma Services; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PCI Pharma Services in Bedford, NH is seeking an Engineering Compliance Specialist who will drive change controls, deviations, CAPA plans, and SOP updates across our sterile fill finish operations.

You will collaborate with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Engineering to ensure regulatory compliance, document robust investigations, and improve overall operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in GMP, ISO, and/or an FDA-regulated environment.
• Strong technical writer and SME for quality system documents (CAPAs, Deviations, Change Controls, SOPs).
• SME in investigation, root cause, and risk analysis in a cGMP environment.
• Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, review, and manage change control documentation for equipment, processes, and systems.
• Lead deviation investigations, identify root cause, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and execute CAPA plans and monitor effectiveness.
• Coordinate cross-functional communication and provide status updates to management.

Skills

Technical writing

Root cause analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/engineering

Job description

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.

We are PCI.

Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Engineering Compliance Specialist

Location: Bedford, New Hampshire

Department: Engineering

Reporting To: Director, Engineering and Maintenance

Responsible For (Staff): No

As the Engineering Compliance Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective management and implementation of change controls, deviations, CAPA plans, and SOP updates within our sterile fill finish operations. You will collaborate with various departments to drive continuous improvement, maintain regulatory compliance, and enhance overall operational efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Change Control Management:

• Initiate, review, and manage change control documentation related to equipment, processes, and systems.
• Facilitate cross-functional communication to ensure alignment with stakeholders and timely resolution of change requests.
• Conduct impact assessments to evaluate the potential effects of proposed changes on product quality, safety, and efficacy.

Deviation Handling:

• Lead investigations into deviations, identifying root causes and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and other relevant departments to develop comprehensive deviation reports.
• Ensure timely closure of deviations while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.

CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) Planning:

• Develop and execute robust CAPA plans in response to identified issues or areas for improvement.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions and preventive measures.
• Monitor and track CAPA effectiveness, making adjustments as necessary to enhance long-term performance.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Act as a liaison between engineering, quality, manufacturing, and other relevant departments to ensure seamless communication and collaboration.
• Provide regular updates on change control, deviations, and CAPA status to management and relevant stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years' experience with GMP, ISO, and/or an FDA-regulated environment is required.
• Strong technical writer and SME in writing all Quality system documents (CAPAs, Deviations, Change Controls, SOPs, Reports, etc.)
• SME in investigation, root cause, and risk analysis in a cGMP environment for complex issues within the production environment
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, and industry best practices

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree in a Science or Engineering related field preferred

QUALITIES

• Detail oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Project management skills and the ability to drive initiatives to completion
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments
• Assertive, self-directed, and results-oriented
• Honesty, integrity, respect, and courtesy with leadership and peers
• Strong commitment to conducting PCI PHARMA SERVICES business according to the highest legal and ethical standards and to continually pursue excellence in the manufacturing and delivery of PCI PHARMA SERVICES products and services.

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At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company's purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity - at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.