Quality Assurance Specialist

apartmentMorgan McKinley placeDún Laoghaire calendar_month 
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide quality oversight for the introduction of new products and materials, including coordination with external partners and suppliers.
  • Support QA activities across Analytical, Warehouse, and Facilities functions, including deviations, root cause analysis, CAPAs, and change controls.
  • Act as a QA representative on cross-functional teams for new product and material introduction.
  • Review and approve key documentation such as material packs, QC test specifications, BOMs, and supplier qualification records.
  • Develop and monitor supplier performance metrics; participate in material review boards and supplier review meetings.
  • Maintain the Approved Supplier List within the supplier management system, ensuring accurate setup and compliance.
  • Lead or support deviation investigations, atypical events, and CAPA implementation and closure.
  • Author, review, and approve protocols and reports for technology transfer, method qualification, and validation.
  • Provide QA oversight for engineering, validation, automation, and utilities commissioning/qualification activities.
  • Act as a key quality point of contact at site level and with external stakeholders.
  • Drive compliance with regulatory and internal standards; identify gaps and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Participate in site quality and plant committees, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Experience, Knowledge & Skills
  • 3-5 years' experience in a QA role within pharmaceutical manufacturing (or similar regulated industry).
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements (EU, Irish, and international standards).
  • Familiarity with cGMP and GDP guidelines.
  • Experience in deviation management, CAPA, and change control systems.
  • Background in equipment/process validation and (ideally) sterile manufacturing.
  • Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality systems.
  • Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles (desirable).
  • Strong teamwork, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work independently, take ownership, and drive tasks to completion.
  • Solid problem-solving and decision-making capability.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a science-related field (e.g., Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences).
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