Senior Specialist, External Quality Operations

Mallinckrodt plc; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards package

Job summary

Keenova in Bridgewater, NJ is seeking a Senior Specialist, External Quality Operations to manage externally manufactured products and build strong relationships with CMOs to ensure quality and compliance across sites.

You will oversee batch review, CMO documentation, deviations, CAPAs, and audits, with remote/office work and limited travel. Requires 5–7 years in quality systems, cGMP, and document management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in scientific discipline.
• 5–7 years’ experience in quality operations.
• Experience with quality systems and document control.

Responsibilities

• Batch review and disposition.
• Prepare, review and approve CMO documentation.
• Review batch records and address discrepancies.
• Oversee deviations, CAPA, change controls.

Skills

Quality Systems

cGMP knowledge

CMO management

Documentation control

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in scientific discipline

Job description

Job Title

Senior Specialist, External Quality Operations

Requisition

JR000016029 Senior Specialist, External Quality Operations (Open)

Location

Bridgewater, NJ

Additional Locations

Malvern, PA

Job Description Summary

The Senior Specialist, External Quality Operations supports externally manufactured products for Keenova with a product portfolio that includes pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products. The position is responsible for building, maintaining and managing the relationship with their counterparts at the CMO and cross‑functional team members. The position is responsible for appropriate escalation to Manager/Director level management and above.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Batch Review
• Preparation, review and approval of CMO documentation for batch production
• Review of batch records, addressing discrepancies and escalating where required to management.
• Preparation of disposition and release certification for reviewed batch records.

CMO Governance

• Management and oversight of third‑party supplier activities relating to the manufacture, packaging and testing of product.
• Regular telephone and email communication with CMOs to ensure timely manufacture and resolution of quality issues for product.
• Continuous monitoring of product and performance from CMOs.

Quality Support and Deputation

• Quality record management; deviations, change controls, CAPAs
• Monitoring cold‑chain transportation, for both qualification and routine

CMO Maintenance

• Input into Technical Quality Agreements
• Post‑launch support for quality activities in various countries, as needed
• Management of delegated projects

Stability Program

• Protocol review and approval
• Data review and management

Audits

• Drive the audit readiness program to always ensure audit compliance

Quality/QMS Projects

• As required.
• Champion continuous improvement efforts for projects identified at the CMOs or within Keenova

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in scientific discipline, preferred +5-7years’ experience working as a Quality Specialist.

Experience

Direct experience working with Quality Systems (deviations, change controls, training, supplier qualification and document management systems)

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of cGMP requirements for pharmaceutical manufacturing and knowledge of GDP and ISO 13485

Organizational Relationship/Scope

Reports to: Senior Manager, External Quality Operations

Working Conditions

This position works in a remote, office type environment. Limited travel as needed.

Benefits and Compensation

Keenova offers employees a Total Rewards package which includes competitive pay and benefits. To learn more about our Total Rewards benefits please visit: Keenova Careers | Serve and Grow with Purpose | Keenova

The expected base pay range for this position is $80k– $129k. Please note that base pay offered may vary depending on factors including job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

This position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable program. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required.

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Company Culture

At Keenova, we believe that no one should be alone in their pursuit of better health. This purpose drives us as we pair quality therapeutics with human support—showing up in big moments and small to help patients find comfort and confidence.

We bring deep expertise and resolve to every therapeutic area we serve, including immunology, urology, men’s health, orthopedics, critical care, and pediatric endocrinology. We work with patients, care partners, and physicians to help them navigate healthcare system complexity and access therapies that make a meaningful difference.

We are Keenova—keen to solve, keen to serve. Learn more at www.keenova.com.