QA Officer - Batch Release and QMS
- Cheshire
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Runcorn
Hours: 7:00am - 3:00pm / 3:00pm - 11:00pm (rotating) Monday to Friday
Salary: Competitive + Shift Allowance + Annual BonusWe are seeking a highly motivated QA Officer to join our Quality team in Runcorn. This role offers the opportunity to split your time between batch release activities and Quality Management System (QMS) support, helping to maintain the highest standards of product quality and regulatory compliance.Key Responsibilities
- Review and approve batch documentation to ensure compliance with specifications and GMP.
- Assess and approve batches for release to market or internal use.
- Support investigations of deviations and non-conformities, ensuring effective resolution and compliance.
- Manage QMS activities including complaints, events, CAPA and change control.
- Compile Certificates of Conformance and support KPI reporting.
- Review and update SOPs, worksheets and QC specification documents.
- Provide QA support to QC-led projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Deputise for the QC Shift Team Leader where required.
- Degree in a Life Science subject (or equivalent experience).
- At least 3 years' experience in QA/QC within pharmaceuticals, ideally in aseptic manufacturing or compounding.
- Strong working knowledge of GMP and QMS processes.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- A collaborative team player who can also work independently.
- Competitive salary plus shift allowance and annual bonus.
- Opportunity to gain exposure across QA and QC functions.
- A supportive environment focused on continuous improvement and development.