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Principal Quality Assurance Specialist

St. Louis Competitive p/h Contract

Job Responsibilities:


  • Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) and quality approver for GxP documentation related to new products and projects throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Ensure operational compliance with US and international regulatory agencies and guidelines, including FDA, EU, HC, TGA, PIC/S, ISO, USP, NRC, cGMP, etc.
  • Review and approve Change Control/Management Documents for product or process changes.
  • Act as a primary contact for FDA and other regulatory agency audits.
  • Lead efforts to resolve product complaints, exceptions, corrective actions, out-of-specifications (OOS), and safety concerns.
  • Collect, analyze, and report QA data to ensure regulatory compliance, identify trends, and highlight areas for improvement.
  • Conduct quality audits and provide corrective action recommendations based on audit findings.
  • Develop procedures, statistical evaluations, and system remediation plans.
  • Demonstrate adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Effectively communicate and positively influence diverse internal and external stakeholders.
  • Promote a safe and quality-focused work environment by providing training, fostering awareness, and ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and SOPs.
  • Oversee the maintenance of the department, premises, and equipment.
  • Additional responsibilities may include developing sampling plans and SOPs, delivering quality training, participating in Material Review Board meetings, and assisting in the preparation of regulatory submissions.
  • Develop project timelines for quality and validation initiatives, and lead a sub-team to achieve key milestones.


Qualifications:


  • Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or a related field is required.
  • A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
  • At least 3 years of experience supporting on-site inspections by regulatory agencies.
  • Strong background in investigating deviations and variances.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory guidelines regarding the establishment, validation, and documentation of testing procedures, equipment, processes, and facility systems.
  • Expertise in cGMP guidelines and their application in a controlled aseptic environment.
  • Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, close compliance gaps, and achieve compliant outcomes.
  • Experience with statistical analysis tools.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite; experience with MS Project and project timeline management is highly preferred.
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