Senior Quality Assurance Specialist

Job Title:Senior QA Specialist

Job Type:12 Months Contract – possible extension or perm offered after

Employment Start Date:19th May – earlier if possible

Onsite requirement:This will be a hybrid role

Industry:Pharmaceuticals

Location:Slough

Salary:£31.99 per hour - PAYE

Role Purpose & Scope*

(why does this job exist and what scope does it cover?)

Working as part of the QA Systems Team. Implementation of the global quality systems incl. on-site training , cross-department communication and preparation activities. Implementation and maintenance of the global standards process. Support with the management of documentation processes.

Key Responsibilities

(define specific short & long-term work duties starting with the most frequent and impactful)

• Enrolment and site maintenance of the global standards process.
• Support with the documentation management processes.
• Support with implementation of the global systems incl. preparation work, support with the validation and qualification activities, enrolment of the online training program, alignment with the stakeholders to ensure robust implementation of the system.
• Oversight of internal quality records to ensure they are completed on time
• Acts as a point of contact for general queries relating to new implemented systems.
• Alignment with the global project team to ensure the project is executed in a timely manner and as expected.
• Perform all business-related activities that may be reasonably requested and as instructed by the respective line manager and /or Senior Management Team.
• Takes personal responsibility for promoting quality culture.

Key Stakeholders

• Global QMS
• QA Systems Team

Required Skills& Competencies

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Manages ambiguity through effective communication, removes barriers and overcomes resistance skilfully. Works in partnership as an active member of their team and cross- functional working groups.
• Exercises wide latitude in determining objectives and approaches to critical assignments. Is accountable for driving results, completion of improvement projects to address concerns both within and outside their department. Has the ability to determine correct actions and advice to address issues and needs. Make a conscious effort to expand and actively engage networks to drive results.
• Communicates regularly with peers/team members about customer topics to drive awareness and build capability. Is genuinely interested in understanding and embracing differences. Contributes to others’ success by offering support, providing feedback and sharing knowledge. Believes in the power of the team to get things done. Take responsibility for their safety and that of others. Contributes to a positive work environment. Acts as a reliable and dependable team member.
• High motivated, and results driven individual with very good understanding of assigned goals and their deliverables.
• Attention to details and corrective execution of the assigned tasks
• Prioritises workload to ensure deadlines are met.

Qualifications(Min. requirements to perform assigned tasks)

Education/Degree

Required

Bachelors of Science (or equivalent experience)

Field of Study - Science or QA discipline

Language(s)

Required

English

Ability Level - 2 - Business Fluent

Work Experience

Area

Minimum 5 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry in QA relevant roles.

Level

Advanced - 5-10 years

Area

Extended experience in implementation of IT PQS systems.

Other Requirements

• Has the personal determination to make performance happen with people not in reporting lines.
• Excellent decision making skills.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Ability to streamline/ lean processes. Be open-minded with the enthusiasm and motivation to learn, improve and innovate.
• Demonstrates an ability to see the big picture.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Believes diversity creates strength within the team.
• Embraces and creates collaborative relationships.
• Has the clarity of thought to deliver clear unambiguous communication.
• Excellent project management skills. Be able lead by example.
• Demonstrates an ability to champion quality concepts and influence others.