QA Specialist / QA Specialist

About CTC

CTC is a specialized search and recruitment partner for the Life Sciences industry, dedicated to serving clients and candidates since 1997. We empower careers by connecting talented professionals with meaningful opportunities, while supporting our clients in engaging, retaining, and developing the right talent when needed.

Job Opportunity: QA Specialist

Our client, a global market leader in the production and process support of active pharmaceutical ingredients in both the chemical and biotechnology sectors, is seeking a QA Specialist for a 7-month contract role based in the Valais area, Switzerland.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure compliance with the requirements outlined in the respective agreements related to material receipt services.
• Maintain up-to-date raw material data and information in our systems.
• Collect and organize KPIs associated with the role.
• Timely escalate risks and issues as they arise.
• Perform incoming material verification according to applicable procedures.
• Establish and maintain raw material suppliers, SOPs, and systems.
• Manage the qualification of materials used in the manufacturing process, including physical verification of incoming raw materials and subsequent release in our LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System).
• Manage deviations and changes associated with materials.
• Ensure the timely escalation of critical quality issues tied to materials while maintaining compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant working/residency permit or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of GMP regulations and pharmaceutical quality management systems.
• Familiarity with quality systems, particularly SAP and LIMS.
• Experience in managing quality tools, including deviations, CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions), and change controls.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, especially in high-pressure environments.

Apply for the Position

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