Interim Quality Engineer
DCC
- Galway
- Contract
- Full-time
- Support the Quality Management Systems and maintenance of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Good Documentation Practice (GDocP), Regulatory compliance and ISO certifications for Fannin Ltd. through activities such as:
- Lead complaint management and ensure completion of CAPA's in the required timeframe
- Support site investigations and CAPA management (complaint investigations and Non-conformances)
- Support issues management (Recalls, Complaints, and Vigilance)
- Assist and develop in house documents e.g. Standard Operating Procedures, Validation Protocols, Risk Assessments, technical files etc.
- Support completion of audit schedule
- Coordination of KPIs for issues, audits and CAPAs
- Support quality risk management under ISO 14971
- Delivery of relevant training requirements such as Quality, GDocP, and GMP
- Support management and continual improvement of systems such as Change Control & Process Deviation
- Knowledgeable of ISO 9001 & ISO 17025 standards
- Advise, facilitate, and implement systems to ensure continuous improvement of processes & services
- Lead/support site compliance to IVDR (EU) 2017/746.
- Support the maintenance of the Environmental, Health & Safety System management for Fannin Ltd.
- Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the business and products, the customers, suppliers, and the market dynamics.
- Support of projects, sharing knowledge and providing expertise.
- Report incidents, field safety notices and pharmacovigilance issues to head office quality department when required.
- Support the preparation and submission of data for monthly, quarterly, and annual reports (KPIs), and assist with management review preparation.
- Assist with the preparation and participate in/lead Internal and External Audits (e.g SGS, HPRA, INAB & Customer Audits).
- Manage and maintain good professional working relationships both internally and externally to the business.
- Provide cover for other team members as required.
- Relevant Third Level qualification
- Experience in GMP, GDP and/or ISO environments
- Working knowledge of IVDD 98/79/EC and IVDR (EU) 2017/746
- Experience of regulatory body liaison e.g. the HPRA, MHRA
- Auditor Certified (e.g. ISO9001 and/or ISO17025)
- Knowledge of Irish H&S and Environmental Legislation and regulations
- QMS software systems experience
- Validation experience
- Risk management experience
- Clinical Microbiology/Microbiology qualification
- Pro-active
- Flexible and adaptable to changing environment
- Ability to interface effectively with all levels within the company as well as organizations outside Fannin (regulatory agencies)
- Proven problem solving and trouble shooting skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Ability to plan and prioritise work to meet commitments aligned with organisational goals.