Quality Assurance Officer

About the job

Are you an experienced Quality Assurance professional looking to take the next step in your career?

Smart4 Sciences is partnering with a growing pharmaceutical manufacturer in Sandwich, Kent, specialising in the production of Cannabidiol (CBD) Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and industrial hemp derivatives for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors.

They are looking to recruit a QA Officer who will play a key role in maintaining and continuously improving the company's Quality Management System (QMS).

Working closely with Production, Quality Control and the wider business, you'll ensure products are manufactured and released in accordance with GMP standards while supporting a culture of quality and continuous improvement. This is a varied, hands-on role offering exposure across the full Quality Assurance lifecycle, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their experience within a growing pharmaceutical business.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS)
Review and approve batch manufacturing documentation prior to batch release
Review and approve SOPs, controlled documents and quality records
Manage Deviations, CAPAs, Change Controls, Complaints and Out of Specification (OOS) investigations
Support internal, supplier and regulatory audits
Assist with supplier qualification activities and Quality Agreements
Support product recalls and quality investigations where required
Maintain GMP training records and ensure compliance across the business
Work collaboratively with Production, QC and other departments to drive continuous quality improvements
Support validation activities and lead quality improvement initiatives where appropriate

What We're Looking For:

Minimum of 3 years' experience within a GMP pharmaceutical Quality Assurance environment
Strong understanding of GMP and wider GxP regulations
Experience managing QMS activities including CAPAs, Deviations, Change Controls and batch record review
Experience supporting internal or supplier audits
Strong investigation, root cause analysis and problem-solving skills
Excellent technical writing and documentation skills
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work across multiple departments

Desirable

Experience:

Validation activities
Supplier Quality Management
Training and mentoring colleagues
Continuous Improvement projects
Experience supporting regulatory inspections

Personal Attributes:

Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Proactive with a continuous improvement mindset
Strong communicator and collaborative team player
Able to take ownership and work independently
Committed to maintaining the highest quality and compliance standards

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing pharmaceutical manufacturer where you'll gain broad exposure across the full Quality Assurance function, take ownership of key quality systems and contribute directly to the company's continued growth and success. If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact while developing your career, we'd love to hear from you