St-Prex, Switzerland, Switzerland
Onsite
At Ferring Pharmaceuticals, we help people around the world build families and live better lifes. We are entrepreneurial and innovative, with a global team focused on scientific advances in the areas of reproductive and women’s health, gastroenterology and urology. Ferring + You is all about working together and sharing ideas, so that we can bring science to life for patients around the world.
Our Technical Operations division develops, manufactures and supplies high-quality products so our patients can live better lives. Creating and delivering life-changing products means getting it right first time is a shared responsibility, so our global manufacturing teams work closely together to ensure quality, accuracy and safety at all times. That means a culture of empowerment, where speaking up is valued, and growth and development are constant.
Ferring+You
As QA QMS Senior Specialist, you will ensure the effective implementation, compliance and continuous improvement of key Quality Management System processes at site level, with a primary focus on deviations, self-inspections, QA oversight and inspection readiness, while supporting cross-functional teams in maintaining GMP compliance and operational excellence.
Your day at Ferring
Lead and maintain Deviation Management System in line with Corporate procedures and GMP requirements.
Own and coordinate the self-inspection program, including annual planning, data analysis, reporting and support to contributors.
Contribute to Health Authority inspections by leading readiness activities and acting as QMS representative or process expert during inspections.
Review and approve quality records, procedures, protocols and reports within the area of expertise.
Provide QA oversight for training processes, train new employees on GMP systems and applicable quality processes.
Support regulatory surveillance activities related to Pharmacopoeias, including report review and process improvement.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support site GxP compliance activities across quality systems.
Behind our innovation…There’s you
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology or a related scientific discipline.
Proven experience in Quality Assurance and Quality Management Systems within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment.
Strong knowledge of deviation management, self-inspections, CAPA and Inspection readiness activities.
Experience in drafting, reviewing and approving GMP documentation, procedures, protocols and quality records.
Ability to train and support cross-functional stakeholders on quality systems and compliance expectations.
Experience participating in Health Authority inspections and/or supplier audits.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to trend data, identify compliance risks and support continuous improvement.
Excellent written and spoken English skills, with the ability to draft clear GMP documentation and communicate effectively with cross-functional and international stakeholders.
Experience with Electronic Quality Systems such as TrackWise and Veeva.
Knowledge of Pharmacopoeia regulatory surveillance processes.
Good knowledge of GMP/GxP requirements, quality systems governance, inspection management, root cause analysis, CAPA processes and quality reporting tools.
People come first at Ferring
Get inspired from our commitment to advocate for everyone’s right to build a family, no matter who you are, where you live or who you love
Our inclusive support package – “Building Families at Ferring” provides equal and accessible policies for all employees who wish to start their family journey, ensuring a global standard, irrespective of location and role
Parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents
Extended support on family building journey
Making a difference in the life of millions of people means we succeed by working together. Our diverse backgrounds, experiences, expertise, and perspectives enable us to find solutions to even the most challenging problems, and our success is tied to each team member’s contributions. Imagine the power of your career when it’s Ferring + You.
Behind our purpose… There’s you
If our mission and your vision are aligned, please apply!
We strive to build and maintain an inclusive and diverse workplace with equal opportunities and mutual respect for all employees regardless of their backgrounds and socioeconomic status.
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