Hp100319 - Quality Assurance Officer

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.

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Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.

Main purpose of role:

- The overall implementation and maintenance of the Company’s quality management systems and adherence to cGMP.
- Main responsibilities:
- Preparation / authorisation of Master Batch Packaging Records (BPRs), pre-production BPRs artwork, component specifications, labels, Quality Investigations, reprocessing paperwork, calibration records, temperature records, environmental reports etc.- Liaison with customers on issues relating to quality matters, presenting quality related data and regular quality reviews.- Review of Batch Documentation prior to Qualified Person (QP) release or release of non-licensed products or materials; including completion of paperwork, resolution of deficiencies and inaccuracies, reconciliation, preparation of release documentation.- Technical approval of paperwork for the production of clinical supplies pre and post packaging and in-process sheets for Rapid Response work.- Assist in investigations and decision making relating to operational issues and complaints.- Advising senior Quality personnel of any deviation / non-conformance / abnormality observed with finished product and / or batch.- Administration of exceptions and SCARS to be raised or QA reviewed within Pilgrim i.e. entering information, reviewing exception content and risk categorisation / SCARS raised, monitoring these non-conformities and seeking closure. Sending exceptions and investigation reports to clients and dealing with any observations.- Design and maintenance of clinical trial documentation to include SOPs and Standard Documents as appropriate and as agreed with operations department.- Assisting with review of CAPA evidence and completing CAPA effectiveness reviews.- Checking and / or approval of randomisation databases to include electronic approval and locking of databases on Prisym labelling system.- Electronic approval and locking of label set-up on Prisym labelling system acting as back up to project management team.- Approval of printing requests for clinical trials labels and additional approval of finished printed labels for print only projects where labels are despatched.Develop / maintain filing systems and the archiving of QA controlled documentation.- Support the preparation / review of change controls, PQRs, audit responses, complaint responses, Technical Agreements etc.- Internal auditing for ISO9001:2015 and cGMP compliance.- Assisting / Hosting / supporting client / regulatory visits / audits.- Liaison with suppliers and supporting / conducting supplier audits.- Assist in preparation of monthly report and other reports as required e.g. client requested information.- Advise on quality related issues during new product introductions.- Lead or be part of team in Continuous Improvement activities.- Assistance in other paperwork related functions within the department as required.- Take care of your own health and safety and that of people who may be affected by what you do (or do not do). Co-operate with others on health and safety, and not interfere with, or misuse, anything provided for your health, safety or welfare.

Work Experience and Skills Required
- Essential- Relevant experience within a pharmaceutical company or in a quality role.- Awareness of Pharmaceutical cGMP requirements.- Good administrative & organisational skills.- Quality focused, with a high level of care and attention to detail.- Good IT skills (Microsoft Office).- Good interpersonal skills.- Ability to identify & solve problems.- Competent in written and verbal communication.- Able to work as part of a team and alone.- Proactive.- Approachable.- Logical.- Ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines.
- Desirable- Experience of dealing with customers and/or suppliers.- Internal/supplier auditing.- Continuous improvement & associated techniques.

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