QA Associate

Orion Group Life Sciences are looking for a QA Associate for our Multinational Pharmaceutical client based in the South of Dublin area on an initial 12-month contract with the potential to extend. Job Purpose This is a 24/5 shift role required to support manufacturing operations. Weekend work may also be required. The Plant Quality Assurance (PQA) Snr Associate will report to the QA Manager and will be a core member of the site Quality Assurance team. The PQA Snr Associate will serve as Quality point of contact for manufacturing operations. The site is focused on continuous improvement of all work processes and practices, therefore in addition to routine Quality Assurance duties, PQA Snr Associates may be asked to carry out additional work functions to support site continuous improvement activities. Main Responsibilities of the role Perform all activities in compliance with safety standards and SOPs Write, review and approve Standard Operating Procedures in accordance with Policies Provide Quality support for triage and investigation of all classes of non-conformance (NC) events Review and approval of NC1s and CAPAs for closure ensuring compliance with appropriate documentation, whilst ensuring that CAPA actions address root cause and implementation plan dates are achievable Participates in customer complaint investigations Provides training and advice to staff in order for them to perform their desired functions Observe and provide real-time quality oversight, and support for production unit operations, extending to formulation, vial and Syringe Fill Finish related activities, including observation and provision of direction during media fills and assessment of aseptic interventions Review/approve production batch records, and associated documentation in preparation for Qualified Person disposition activities Review and approve cGMP records ensuring compliance with appropriate documentation Support continuous improvement and Operational Excellence initiatives Any other tasks/projects assigned as per manager's request Desired Experience and Background of the successful candidate University degree. Engineering or Science related discipline preferred Relevant experience (4 yrs ) working in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry or other combination of experience and educational background that may otherwise satisfy the requirements of the role Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience working with dynamic cross-functional teams and proven abilities in decision making Strong organizational skills, including ability to follow assignments through to completion Demonstrated ability in problem solving and experience in managing Root Cause Analysis /Deviation investigations Experience working in aseptic operations, protein formulation, vial and syringe filling Knowledge of applicable Regulatory requirements, and ability to evaluate compliance issues. pharmaceutical pharma multinational product qualityassurance QA RCA CAPA biotechnology For more information on this role, call Kate O' Sullivan on 353 (0) 212063412 or email for a completely confidential chat about this role and other opportunities using the reference number: 930433 Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.