What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Associate Specialist, Product Release (Afternoon Shift) position at Par Pharmaceutical an Endo International Company?
Quality Associate Specialist, Product Release, Quality Assurance / Operations, Michigan-Rochester
About Endo International plc
Endo International plc (NASDAQ: ENDP) is a highly focused generics and specialty branded pharmaceutical company delivering quality medicines to patients in need through excellence in development, manufacturing and commercialization. Endo has global headquarters in Dublin, Ireland, and U.S. headquarters in Malvern, PA, employing approximately 3,000 people worldwide. For 2018 Endo, reported revenue of $2.947B and adjusted diluted EPS of $2.89. Learn more at www.endo.com.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Quality Associate Specialist, Product Release, under close supervision, reviews all pertinent records, including Batch Production Records and laboratory Certificates of Analysis to confirm accuracy and, with guidance, makes the determination of acceptability for product release. In addition, confirms that all related Quality events such as CAPAs, Change Controls, etc. are closed prior to releasing the product. Partners with other departments to ensure that errors are addressed and corrected. Identifies errors that have potential product impact, escalates to supervision, and takes action to place lots on Quality Hold as needed. Ensures release meets internal requirements and is performed in a timely and accurate manner.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Quality Product Release
- Reviews, under close supervision, all pertinent records, including Batch Production Records and laboratory Certificates of Analysis to confirm accuracy and, with guidance, makes the determination of acceptability for product release
- Identifies errors that have potential product impact, escalates to supervision, and takes action to place lots on Quality Hold as needed
- Confirms that all Quality events (Change Controls, CAPAs, investigations and any other documentation related to the lot to be released) are complete and closed prior to product release
- Prioritizes reviews based on production and shipment schedules
- With guidance, reviews laboratory Certificates of Analysis for accuracy, communicates with the laboratory on COA discrepancies
- Performs MAPICS transactions to release product
- Collaborates with Quality and Manufacturing personnel to correct errors and address Non-Conformances in a timely manner
- Coordinates with production/ warehouse personnel to place material on Quality Hold as needed
Compliance
- Follows internal processes related to controlled substances
- Follows procedures to ensure compliance to regulatory requirements
Safety
- Follows all procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- BA/BS degree in a related discipline with 0-1 year of relevant experience
- Experience in Quality Operations preferred
- Basic knowledge and ability to read and interpret SOPs and function within the scope of procedural requirements
- Knowledge and ability to work with and navigate computer systems such as MAPICs and LIMS
- Ability to handle and integrate multiple pieces of data to assure correctness
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams
- Able to recognize and identify complex errors such as calculation conversions
- Able to reconcile batch record entries with other documentation
- Proof-reading skills and ability to identify errors
- Customer/stakeholder focused, understands impact of daily work to compliance and business
- Communication skills
- Strong basic math skills
- Ability to follow complex processes
- Attention to detail
- Strong documentation skills
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Lift 15 lbs.
- Walk across plant/warehouse
- Wear appropriate gowning/PPE as required
- Ability to read for extended periods of time
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Afternoon shift premium is 10% (non-union)
- Midnight shift premium is 15% (non-union positions only)
Endo recognizes the advantages of a diverse workforce achieved through a commitment to equal employment opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
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