An opportunity has arisen for a full-time Quality Assurance Validations Officer based in the Birkenhead area. Reporting to the Quality Manager.
The successful candidates will be expected to possess a BSc Chemistry or related scientific degree with working experience in QA.
Key Responsibilities of the Quality Assurance Validation Officer
- Compile validation protocols.
- Conduct equipment qualification and process validation activities.
- Liaise with other departments to ensure validation activities are completed on time.
- Support the Quality Manager as required.
- Training production staff in in-process control and coaching staff in BMRs.
- Promotion of the QMS through coaching staff in the correct use of SOP's, documentation and working practices.
- Support staff during investigations through the use of problem-solving techniques.
- Support the deployment and implementation of new documentation.
- Provide assistance with on-site customer and external notified bodies quality audits.
- Perform internal and supplier audits where necessary in-line with our audit plan.
- Gather data for the preparation of quality metrics .
- Provide QA support to all departments to ensure compliance with our QMS, customer and Regulatory requirements.
- Assist in the management of change through the correct use of change controls, information and training.
Skills & Experience Required:
Interpersonal skills for working across multi-function teams
Self-motivated and able to work on their own.
Ability to problem solve.
An eye for detail.
Excellent technical skills including proficiency in Word & Excel
Demonstrate sound judgement to achieve a balance between cost : benefit, quality & safety
Excellent planning and organisational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience in a validation role is preferable but not essential
To apply for this position, candidates must be living in the UK and eligible to work.