Quality - QA Specialist

TechDigital Group; New Jersey; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a QA Operations Specialist to ensure quality oversight in Cell Therapy Development Operations. This role involves providing functional QA oversight, participating in quality check programs, and maintaining compliance with cGMP standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality assurance within the pharmaceutical sector, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across teams. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will contribute to the advancement of innovative therapies and ensure the highest standards of quality in clinical manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of QA experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP and drug development processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide QA oversight of manufacturing and supply chain operations.
• Participate in quality check walkthroughs and label issuance.

Skills

Quality Assurance

cGMP Knowledge

Problem-solving Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

B.S. in a Scientific Discipline

M.S. in a Related Field

Tools

ERP Systems

Common Business Software

Job description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:
Specialist, QA Operations, is responsible for quality oversight of Cell Therapy Development Operations (CTDO) activities in accordance with Client policies, standards, procedures, and Global cGMP requirements. This position reports to the Senior Manager of Quality Assurance Operations.

Functional responsibilities include On-Site coverage of and/or participation in:

1. QA Shop Floor and Warehouse/Storage Area Walkthrough activities
2. Label Printing and Issuance of finished drug product and shipping labels
3. Event Triage
4. Packout oversight and performance of release-to-market
5. Ensuring accurate and timely review, as well as maintaining, clinical manufacturing GMP/batch related documentation and procedures.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. BS/MS in a related scientific discipline.
2. Minimum 4 years of experience within QA functions in the pharmaceutical industry.
3. Thorough knowledge of cGMP in the pharmaceutical industry. Good understanding of the drug development process.
4. Knowledge and application experience with batch record review, product disposition/release, change control, SOP review, GMP inspection.
5. Good computer skills and working knowledge of common business software.
6. Excellent organizational skills.
7. Excellent problem-solving, verbal, and written communication skills.
8. Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, be a team player.
9. Must be an individual with proven initiative and demonstrated accountability.
10. Professional integrity and maturity are required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide Functional QA Oversight of Warren Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Operations, Warehouse, QA and QC Laboratory processes in the execution of Clinical Manufacturing of Cell Therapy Products
2. Participate in Shop Floor and Quality Check Walkthrough programs.
3. Printing, Issuance, Chain of Identify (COI) verification, and Reconciliation of finished drug product labels used by Manufacturing and Supply Chain Operations.
4. Apply knowledge of quality processes, including batch record review, material disposition, triaging of deviations, investigations, CAPA, risk management, change control, and product complaints.
5. Revise department SOPs, as well as Review and QA Approval of CTDO SOPs
6. Perform Real time review /approval of executed batch records and Chain of Identity verification.
7. Responsible for ERP Material Status Changes of production/drug product
8. Maintains current knowledge of industry standards as it applies to cGMPs and global regulatory guidelines and requirements.
9. Supports Risk Assessments/projects as required by senior management.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. B.S. scientific discipline or relevant college/university degree preferred.
2. Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.
3. Strong knowledge of cGMP Quality and Compliance principles required.
4. Clinical and Phase appropriate experience preferred.
5. Strong cross-functional collaboration experience required.