QA Associate III - Second Shift (2-10)

PCI Pharma Services; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 40,845 - 45,956; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Performance bonus

Job summary

PCI Pharma Services in San Diego is looking for a Quality Assurance professional to ensure compliance with GMP standards and assist during audits. The successful candidate will have a background in Life Sciences and at least 3-5 years of relevant experience in quality assurance.

The role involves generating and reviewing critical documentation, fostering a compliant environment, and promoting safety protocols. The hiring rate is competitive, including benefits such as health insurance and a performance bonus.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant GMP experience in documentation or QA.
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and good documentation practices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring timely completion of open investigations.
• Provide quality support in the review and approval of quality reports.
• Generate documentation for batch disposition.
• Review internal, client, and regulatory audits.
• Foster a safe and environmentally sustainable workplace.

Skills

GMP experience

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences (preferred)

Job description

Summary

This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of routine and semi-routine activities pertaining to assuring compliance with applicable Quality Assurance (QA) and regulatory requirements, including assisting with audits, training programs, and documentation review in support of GMP operations. Promotes a compliant cGMP environment and follows SOPs. Provides quality support for investigations related to quality events associated with GMP manufacturing operations. Generates documentation and ensures completeness for batch disposition and batch record packet assembly. Ability to work independently, within prescribed guidelines, and as a team member. Leads projects and trains junior staff.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists in regular follow ups with end users to ensure timely completion of open investigations and investigation activities.
• Assist in ensuring the adequacy of investigations performed in relation to manufactured drug product and drug substance to support the batch release process.
• Provides quality support in the review and approval of quality reports including deviations, OOSs, complaints, OOTIs, SCARs, and corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)
• Generates and compiles lot file review documentation for batch disposition.
• Updates lot status in ERP system.
• Responsible for equipment inductions, revisions and record maintenance within the electronic database.
• Performs Technical Quality review of validation protocols and reports.
• Performs logbook documentation audits for cGMP regulated logs and SOPs.
• Creates, revises and approves procedures.
• Performs the review of equipment and facility related Change Control documentation.
• Assists with internal, client and regulatory audits.
• Assists with the generation of department metrics.
• Assists with developing recommendations for continuous improvement projects.
• Assists in the review and approval of production batch records and associated data for product disposition.
• Assists in the review and approval of controlled documents including standard operating procedures, protocols, and reports.
• Regular and reliable attendance on a full-time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices.
• Fosters a safe and environmentally sustainable workplace by following all PCI EHS policies and procedures.
• Embodies PCI Pharma Services cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred in a Life Sciences discipline or equivalent.
• Minimum of three to five (3-5) years of relevant GMP experience in documentation, QA on the floor, manufacturing, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and good documentation practices preferred.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits and Compensation

The hiring rate for this position is $29.65 - $33.36/hour plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including but not limited to specific and relevant experience, education, credentials, geography, and subject matter expertise. PCI offers full-time employees a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, health insurance coverage (including dental and vision), flexible spending account, and 401(k).

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

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.