Associate II, Quality Assurance (Night Shift)

Position Summary & Responsibilities

This position is responsible for all QA activities that directly support execution of the process both within the Process Execution Team (PET) and in assigned areas outside of the PETs. These activities may include, but are not limited to, batch release, change control and documentation, equipment and process validation, deviation investigations, SOPs, supplier management, distribution center management, and regulatory interactions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high level of understanding of relevant production processes and quality systems
• Perform the QA review and approval of GMP documentation including Change Requests, Batch Records, Product and Component Release transactions in SAP, Quality Investigations (Deviations, Product Complaints), Validation Plans, Protocols and Reports, and Standard Operating Procedures
• Collaborate with and influence other Quality professionals across the organization to ensure consistent application and execution of key quality systems
• Execute QA processes including batch record review, product disposition, and quality issue resolution to maintain the flow of products and documents to meet site objectives
• Interface with applicable site support groups on projects (capital and non-capital) that impact the PET/assigned area, and proactively ensure GMP compliance during the planning, execution, and closeout phases of these projects
• Collaborate with and influence other PET/assigned area members to facilitate process improvements and risk assessments; benchmark internal and external QA practices to identify innovative efficient and effective practices
• Stay abreast of evolving regulatory compliance practices and recommend implementation strategies to site leaders
• Collaborate in data analysis and report creation on quality metrics and key performance indicators
• At this level the incumbent is not necessarily performing all the essential job functions of the role immediately. The incumbent may begin by specializing in one or more of these responsibilities whilst working to develop a solid knowledge of the process being supported and applicable cGMPs.

Hours (Night Shift)

• 6 PM-6:30 AM
• 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 3 days off and the rotation starts over

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in either the pharmaceutical industry, an operations environment, or Quality Assurance
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong ability and motivation to learn

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; master's degree in science is desirable
• Previous experience in a Lean, process-centric organization with an emphasis on continuous improvement
• Multi-site / multi-functional experience