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With over 85 years of experience, UQUIFA Group is a leading manufacturer of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and intermediates, serving the pharmaceutical and animal health industries worldwide. Operating under cGMP conditions, our two manufacturing sites in Spain and Mexico have been inspected and approved by leading global pharmaceutical companies and regulatory authorities, including the US FDA. Our commitment to innovation, quality, safety, passion, environmental sustainability, and flexibility drives us to deliver excellence to our clients in over 70 countries.
Our plant in Sant Celoni is looking to hire a QA System Technician.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Quality Systems Technician to support and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with FDA, EU GMP, and ICH Q7 regulations for API manufacturing. This role will focus on GMP documentation management, deviation handling, CAPA coordination, change control, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
The selected candidate will work closely with QA, QC, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Regulatory Affairs to ensure that all quality systems align with regulatory expectations and company policies.
Key Responsibilities
* Quality Management System (QMS) Compliance
• Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with EU GMP, FDA 21 CFR Part 210/211, and ICH Q7.
• Manage and update GMP documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, Quality Policies, and Batch Records.
• Monitor compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and Data Integrity (ALCOA++ principles).
• Monitor GMP compliance in the production plant through on-site inspections and staff interviews.
* Deviation, CAPA & Change Control Management
• Support the management of deviations, complaints, non-conformities, out-of-specification (OOS), and out-of-trend (OOT) results.
• Assist in root cause analysis (RCA) and coordinate Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs).
• Support the Change Control process by ensuring risk assessments and regulatory impact evaluations are properly documented.
* Audit & Inspection Readiness
• Assist in the preparation and execution of internal audits, regulatory inspections (FDA, EMA, local authorities), and customer audits.
• Ensure audit findings and regulatory observations are adequately addressed through CAPAs.
* Quality Risk Management & Continuous Improvement
• Support the implementation of Quality Risk Management (QRM) principles and risk-based decision-making.
• Participate in cross-functional projects to improve QMS processes and GMP compliance.
• Support GMP training initiatives for personnel to enhance quality awareness.
* Documentation & Data Integrity Oversight & Regulatory support
• Ensure compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and EU GMP Annex 11 regarding electronic records and signatures.
• Manage controlled documents, records retention, and archiving processes.
• Assist in the review and approval of quality reports and metrics.
• Manage supplier compliance, including evaluation of change controls, variances, and supplier qualification reports.
The QA System Technician will report to the QA System coordinator at Sant Celoni and be based on-site.
Candidate profile
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a related field.
3-5 years of experience in QA within an API, Biotech, or pharmaceutical environment. Experience in the API industry is an advantage.
Strong knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 210/211, EU GMP, ICH Q7 (GMP for APIs), and Data Integrity (ALCOA++ principles).
• Fluent English and native Spanish proficiency.
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and compliance mindset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent business acumen with a deep understanding of organizational priorities and operational processes that drive profitable growth.
• High resilience and ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to a leading API manufacturer and be part of a collaborative and innovative team, we would love to hear from you! Apply now and join UQUIFA Group in shaping the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Quality Assurance
Industries
Chemical Manufacturing
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