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Quality & Compliance Specialist

Avantor
Adlington
1 day ago
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The Opportunity:

Avantor is looking for a detail-oriented and quality-focused Quality & Compliance Specialist to join the team in Macclesfield, UK . In this role, you'll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of quality and compliance within materials management environments, offering expert advice, building strong collaborations, and identifying opportunities for improvement in a fast-paced, highly-regulated GMP setting.

This is a full-time, permanent position based at our customer's site in

Macclesfield (SK10 2NA). Alongside an attractive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme, private medical and dental care, and an additional day off for your birthday.

The Team

You'll join a small, dynamic team consisting of a Quality & Compliance Specialist (Labs) and the Quality & Compliance Specialist (Materials Management) role that you'll fill. Together, the team works closely to uphold the highest standards of quality and compliance. This close-knit setup provides an excellent opportunity for collaboration and professional growth while giving you the ability to directly impact quality assurance processes.

You'll belong to the Lab and Production Services department, supporting major pharmaceutical companies globally within the Research and Development and production sector of the Life Sciences industry.

What we're looking for
Education: Degree not essential, but equivalent experience in aGMP-regulated pharmaceutical or life sciences environmentis required
Experience:
Minimum 2-3 years inmaterials management, warehouse/stores, or supply chainwithin a regulated, GMP setting
Strong understanding ofQuality Management Systems (QMS)and experience withCAPAs, Deviations, and Change Control
Working knowledge and experience of GMP is essential
Familiarity withLEAN methodologiesand continuous improvement practices is preferred
Influential and confident communicator who can effectively ensure adherence to regulations, protocols, and procedures

How you'll thrive and create an impact
Oversee quality and compliance acrossmaterials management operations, includinggoods-in, inventory control, and storage of regulated materials
Ensure adherence toGMP standards, internal procedures, and regulatory requirements for the handling of consumables and APIs
Support and manageChange Controls, Deviations, CAPAs, and contribute toKPI reporting and trend analysis
Identify and implementefficiency improvements and process enhancementsacross warehouse and store functions.
Lead and supportinnovation and change initiatives, driving continuous improvement and operational readiness
Collaborate with operational teams tocreate, review, and improve quality proceduresand documentation
Make recommendations to strengthen compliance, benefiting both the company and the customer

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Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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