QA Specialist

Zoetis Spain SL; Charles City (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoetis is seeking a Quality Assurance professional for the Charles City, Iowa facility to review and approve manufacturing/environmental deviations and support regulatory inspections. The role involves batch record reviews, CAPA handling, and QA SOP development to ensure compliance with veterinary biological product standards.

Ideal candidates will have strong English communication, problem-solving skills, and experience with SAP and common MS Office tools.

Qualifications

• BA/BS with 0–2 years of experience or BA/BS with 2–4 years of experience.
• CAPA training, analytical problem solving and root cause analysis preferred.
• Proficient with SAP, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Actively support, review and approve manufacturing/environmental/GMP deviations and related items.
• Conduct walks through audits during paint and patch processes and construction activities.
• Performs batch record reviews and reviews of records related to processing of components, materials and finished veterinary biologicals.
• Participate in Change Management as a Quality SME and assist regulatory inspections.
• Develop, revise and maintain QA standard operating procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

English fluent

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

BA/BS (0-2 yrs)

BA/BS (2-4 yrs)

Tools

SAP

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Role Description Position Summary

Work with internal manufacturing colleagues as a cross functional member and approver of Zoetis investigations. Participates in production lab walk through audits prior/post construction projects as well as on-going maintenance activities requiring Quality oversite. Provides manufacturing floor support as needed to maintain compliance with local policies and procedures. Review and approval of Environmental and manufacturing investigations and reports. Participates in/ supports regulatory inspections as well as follow up action items. Performs product related system dispositions as necessary based on local site procedures. Perform batch record reviews and reviews of other records relating to processing of components, materials and finished veterinary biological for comparison with approved specifications and regulatory requirements, as necessary to support timely release of product.

Position Responsibilities

• Actively support, review and approve of all manufacturing/environmental/ GMP deviations as well as related items (Visual mapping boards, action items, commitments tracking, etc.) related to manufacture of veterinary biological products at the Charles City, Iowa facility.
• Conduct walks through audits as part of the paint and patch process as well as ongoing construction activities being conducted at the site. Audits may consist of pre and post reviews as well as various system verifications.
• Performs product related SAP system dispositions based on local site procedures.
• Participates in the Change Management process as a Quality SME.
• Participate in the preparation for and execution of regulatory agency inspections.
• Develop/revise, implement and maintain assigned Quality Assurance standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards requirements.
• Perform batch record reviews and reviews of other records relating to the processing of components, materials and finished veterinary biologicals for comparison with approved specifications and regulatory requirements as necessary to support timely release of product.
• Audit manufacturing processes for compliance against internal and regulatory filings (ZQS, PP, EU dossier, other markets).

Education & Experience

• Associate: BA/BS with 0-2 years of experience OR Minimum of 6 years relevant experience.
• Specialist: BA/BS with 2-4 years of experience OR Minimum of 8 years relevant experience.
• Training in CAPA, Analytical Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis preferred. Basic problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, fluent in English.
• Proficient with the following software programs: SAP, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong ability to multi-task.
• Willingness to positively embrace change and flexibility in adjusting to changing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to work well independently and as part of a team, and to work effectively with people at all levels within the organization.

Travel may be required Full time Regular Colleague

Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification.

Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act.

All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis.

Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact.

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Join Zoetis – and build your career with a global animal health company dedicated to supporting its customers and their businesses.

Why Zoetis

Zoetis has more than 60 years of experience in delivering innovative, high-quality products and services that benefit our customers.

Zoetis work environment

At Zoetis, we take pride in a collaborative spirit and high-performing environment where every colleague is given room to learn and grow.

Your opportunities at Zoetis

We invest in our people and offer diverse and exciting opportunities to make a difference in a growing global industry while shaping the future of animal health.

Results that matter

Our colleagues make an impact by working hand-in-hand with those who raise and care for animals to better understand and address the unique real-world challenges they face.