Senior Deviation & CAPA Specialist

job summary:
Ready to transform complex manufacturing anomalies into flawless, inspection-ready narratives? As a Sr. Specialist, you'll dive into the heart of GMP operations-spearheading high-impact deviation investigations, mastering root cause analysis, and orchestrating cross-functional compliance excellence.

location: Norwood, Massachusetts
job type: Contract
salary: $60 - 70 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

• Author, review, and manage GMP manufacturing deviations, investigations, CAPAs, SOPs, and batch records using ALCOA+ principles.
• Lead root cause analyses utilizing fishbone, 5-Why methodologies, and risk assessments to ensure timely closure of quality records.
• Partner cross-functionally with QA, MS&T, Engineering, Validation, and Supply Chain to gather data and resolve process discrepancies.
• Provide on-the-floor support for manufacturing assessments, fact-finding, and troubleshooting quality events.
• Support audit readiness, track investigation metrics, and drive continuous improvement or training initiatives.
• Utilize electronic quality systems and manufacturing platforms including Veeva, SAP, Syncade, DeltaV, and LIMS.

 
qualifications:
Required:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or related technical discipline.
• Typically 5-8 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device manufacturing within a GMP-regulated environment.
• Typically 3-5 years of relevant GMP experience in deviation investigations, technical writing, manufacturing support, or quality systems.

Preferred:

• Experience authoring and managing deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and GMP technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of GMP regulations, GDP, ALCOA, and quality systems.
• Experience supporting aseptic processing, solid oral dose, biologics, or sterile drug product manufacturing preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic quality management systems (eQMS) such as Veeva, TrackWise, or similar platforms.
• Experience with root cause analysis methodologies and risk management tools.
• Demonstrated technical writing and editing proficiency.

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skills: Biology, Chemistry, Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), SOP Development, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), Good Documentation Practices (GDP)


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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).


This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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