Quality Assurance Specialist

Quality Assurance Specialist Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist for a direct hire position with a national pharmaceutical leader at their site in Erlanger, KY. If you’re passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts. Compensation: $65,000-$70,000/yr Schedule: M-F, 1st shiftLocation: Erlanger, KYRESPONSIBILITIESExecute routine on-site activities relevant to quality operations, including receiving and quarantine, storage and segregation, environmental and temperature-controlled storage, order picking, packing, and shipment, returns and reverse logistics.Ensure warehouse activities comply with approved SOPs, GDP requirements, and regulatory expectations.Revise and/or author SOPs, forms, and controlled documentsExecute receiving records, Certificates of Analysis (CoAs), lot traceability records, and distribution documentation.Execute quality release activities for APIs prior to distribution, as applicable to LGM Pharma’s regulatory model.Assist with investigations related to warehouse deviations and nonconformances, temperature excursions, shipping errors or damage, inventory discrepancies, product quality complaints, product handling complaints, and other discrepancies as assignedCollaborate with SCD Quality Program Management to ensure timely initiation, investigation, and closure of deviations and CAPAs.Monitor warehouse environmental controls, including:Temperature and humidity monitoringAlarm response and excursion managementMapping, qualification, and requalification activitiesParticipate in the qualification and maintenance of (not all inclusive) warehouse storage areas, temperature-controlled equipment, data loggers, equipment, and monitoring systems.Assist with change controls impacting warehouse activities, layout, equipment, or processes and ensure changes are implemented in a controlled and compliant manner.Represent QA in risk assessment activities related to storage, handling, and distribution activities.Collaborate with quality colleagues to ensure warehouse personnel are GMP/GDP trained, qualified, and compliant with role-based training requirements.Support onboarding, retraining, and periodic GMP refreshers.Execute backroom activities during FDA inspections and auditsEnsure warehouse documentation and practices are always inspection-ready.Support responses to audit findings and FDA Form 483 observations related to warehouse operations.Partner closely with Warehouse Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, Supplier Quality, and Quality Systems.Support vendor oversight related to 3PLs, couriers, and transportation providers.Track and trend quality operations metrics related to warehouse operations, such as: Temperature excursions, deviation rates, shipping errors, documentation timeliness, etc.Execute continuous improvement initiatives to enhance compliance, efficiency, and reliability.Escalate quality risks and compliance issues to QA managementOther duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONSEducationBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related discipline.Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.Experience2-4 years of quality experience in the pharmaceutical industry.2+ years supporting warehouse, distribution, or GMP operations.Experience with API distribution, GMP/pharmaceutical warehousing, or 3PL oversight required.Hands-on experience with GDP and warehouse quality operations required.Regulatory KnowledgeStrong working knowledge of:21 CFR Parts 210 & 211, 21 CFR Part 11, ICH Q7, Q9, Q10GDP principles for pharmaceutical distributionFDA inspection expectations for API distribution facilitiesData integrity and documentation practicesDEA requirements for controlled substances (if applicable)Skills & CompetenciesStrong understanding of warehouse operations and quality oversight.Ability to assess operational risk and make sound quality decisions.Strong investigation, root cause analysis, and CAPA skills.Excellent communication skills for working with operations teams.Ability to work effectively in a hands-on, GMP warehouse environment.Proficient with QMS/eQMS systems and warehouse documentation P#1Send Resumes to Jacqueline.Sayoc@KellyScientific.com