Senior Specialist QAAstraZeneca · Ireland - Athlone
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Senior Specialist QA

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🗓️ Posted 2026-09-03 Ireland - Athlone Full-time Hybrid Manufacturing Transport Logistics
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market 4,500 GBP–6,500 GBP/mo

About the Company

o feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.

Responsibilities

  • ● rmation, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance quality performance and support patient supply.
  • ● As a Senior Specialist, Quality Assurance, you will:
  • ● Provide quality leadership and technical expertise across manufacturing operations during your assigned shift.
  • ● Deliver direct, on-floor QA oversight to ensure activities are performed in accordance with cGMP requirements, approved procedures, and the site Quality Management System.
  • ● Act as the primary Quality Assurance contact during your shift, supporting timely quality decisions and escalation of critical issues.
  • ● Support manufacturing teams through real-time quality guidance, issue resolution, and risk-based decision-making.
  • ● Review manufacturing activities, documentation, investigations, and quality records to ensure compliance and quality standards are maintained.
  • ● Partner with stakeholders across Manufacturing, QC, Engineering, Planning, Site Services, and Quality functions to support reliable product supply.
  • ● Lead or support deviation investigations, root cause analysis activities, and the development of effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
  • ● Review and approve GMP documentation, including SOPs, validation documentation, master batch records, policies, and quality reports.
  • ● Provide quality oversight for validation, technology transfer, and new product introduction activities.
  • ● Support Qualified Person (QP) batch release activities and regulatory compliance requirements.
  • ● Contribute to inspection readiness activities and support internal, customer, and regulatory inspections.
  • ● Coordinate quality priorities across manufacturing areas and ensure effective shift handovers.
  • ● Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance compliance, efficiency, and right-first-time performance.
  • ● Analyse quality data, identify emerging trends, and provide insights to support informed decision-making.
  • ● Support the development and adoption of digital solutions, automation opportunities, and data-driven quality processes.
  • ● Help evaluate and implement innovative technologies, including artificial intelligence and advanced analytics solutions, within a compliant GxP environment.
  • ● Support training, coaching, and development activities across quality and manufacturing teams.
  • ● Mentor and guide colleagues on quality systems, compliance expectations, and digital tools.

Requirements

  • ● Degree in Science, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • ● Significant experience working within pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
  • ● Strong understanding of cGMP requirements and Quality Management Systems.
  • ● Ability to make sound, risk-based decisions in a fast-paced operational environment.
  • ● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex quality issues.
  • ● Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
  • ● Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and apply them pragmatically within operational settings.
  • ● Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and changing business needs.
  • ● Willingness and ability to work a designated shift pattern while supporting manufacturing operations.
  • ● Preferred experience
  • ● Involvement in regulatory inspections, audits, and health authority interactions.
  • ● Knowledge of quality management systems such as TrackWise or similar platforms.
  • ● Familiarity with process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence frameworks.
  • ● Join us and help ensure every product we deliver meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and patient impact.
  • ● Date Posted 03-Sept-2026
  • ● Closing Date 17-Sept-2026