Quality Assurance Manager
Leighton Buzzard (Office-Based)
Up to £65,000 DOE
Urgently Needed
Our client, a leading company in the pharmaceutical industry, is urgently seeking an experienced and dedicated Quality Assurance Manager to join their team in Leighton Buzzard. This is a key role, responsible for ensuring the highest standards of product quality and regulatory compliance, particularly in a Good Distribution Practice (GDP) environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop, implement, and maintain robust quality assurance policies and procedures.
* Plan and conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
* Oversee product testing and inspection to ensure consistent quality.
* Maintain detailed documentation of QA activities, audits, and test results.
* Analyse quality data to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.
* Train staff on quality assurance standards and practices.
* Manage supplier and vendor relationships to ensure quality compliance.
* Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and, ideally, ISO 13485 standards.
* Investigate quality issues and lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) efforts.
* Collaborate with departments across the product lifecycle, including production and R&D.
* Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate quality risks.
Requirements:
* Proven experience in a Quality Assurance/Responsible Person role.
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