Quality Assurance Shift Manager

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Sterility Assurance Manager (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Location: Harlow
Salary: £39,500.00 to £45,000

Monday to Friday 8.00 - 4.00 or 9.00 - 5.00

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for quality and compliance in aseptic manufacturing? We are seeking a QA Shift Manager to join a high-performing team within a regulated manufacturing environment. This opportunity is ideal for someone with a science or pharmaceutical-related degree and exceptional people management skills, looking to make a meaningful impact in a GMP-licensed facility.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage a team of QA Officers to ensure product release meets GMP and QMS standards.
Support the QA Manager with site inspections, internal audits, and external regulatory visits.
Oversee documentation control, SOP reviews, and CAPA implementation.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and training programmes across the QA team.
Deputise for the QA Manager when required, maintaining high standards of compliance and communication.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality objectives are met and risks are mitigated.
Experience:

Degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or equivalent. Pharmacy Technician Level 3 (GPhC registration desirable).
Proven experience in Aseptic pharmaceutical manufacturing and working within a GMP-regulated environment.
Strong leadership and coaching skills with a track record of team development.
Excellent understanding of MHRA regulations, ISO standards, and quality systems.
Skilled in risk management, root cause analysis, and audit preparation.
Able to interpret quality metrics and drive performance improvements.Flexible to support multiple sites and maintain effective stakeholder relationships

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