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Quality Assurance Senior Associate-Day/Night…
- Actalent (West Greenwich, RI)
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Description
Candidates who have previously worked a night shift schedule would be nice to have.
ONSITE 100 - PQA Sr. Associate Nights-
12-hour night shifts 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM on a rotating schedule. or 7:00am-7:00pm for day shift
The ideal candidate is someone with prior experience working night shifts in a biotech or pharmaceutical GMP-regulated environment and is fully comfortable with the rotating 12-hour schedule 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM. They should have a strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices GMP and Good Documentation Practices GDP to efficiently review batch records logbooks and on-the-floor QA processes. While a scientific academic background e.g. chemistry biotechnology is preferred hands-on industry experience can compensate for the lack of a degree. The candidate must be a strong communicator and a team player capable of working cross-functionally with both the QA and manufacturing teams while effectively documenting and relaying information during shift handovers. Given the challenges past hires have faced in adjusting to the night schedule a proven ability to work nights long-term is critical to ensure continuity in this role.
QA Senior Associate will be responsible for Quality On the Floor in support of Manufacturing activities. This position provides the opportunity to work directly with Manufacturing staff during bulk drug substance operations to facilitate batch record and attachment reviews logbook reviews area changeover reviews real-time decision-making regarding quality incidents.
This is a unique opportunity to foster a strong partnership and learning environment between Manufacturing and Quality staff. This position works a rotating night shift C shift with five day working during one week M Tu F Sa Su and two days the following week W Th shift hours are 7pm to 7am with adaptability as required based on the business needs provides coaching guidance and direction to Manufacturing and Facilities Engineering staff in regards to compliance and quality systems.
*Intake Notes:*
- How is the shift schedule decided upon each week? Is there a rotation or a set schedule for EWs?
Schedule is pre-determined for entire year aligning with MFG schedule. Its rotating yes see above response for days/timing. EW will be following C shift rotation 7 days across two weeks 12 hr shift each night.
- What type of qualities/characteristics are you looking for in candidates to work best with your team?
- Team player and good communicator. Willing to support additional workload by checking with team members good communication with the team members on a daily basis of what needs to be prioritized and what has been completed and understanding of when to escalate events to me.
- When reviewing resumes what stands out to you when looking for the right applicants?
- Academic experience in Sciences and experience working in Quality Assurance or Manufacturing in either Biotech or Pharmaceutical industry.
- What is your minimum education and experience requirements as well as the maximum education/experience requirement you think it suitable for this role?
- Masters degree OR Bachelors degree and 2 years of experience in QA or MFG OR Associates degree and 6 years of experience in QA or MFG.
- What are your non negotiables for candidates?
- Experience in Biotech or Pharmaceutical industry.
- 2 Qualities of your ideal candidate?
- Has worked in similar drug manufacturing organization within Quality or MFG for at least 2 years
- Has Academic experience in any Sciences discipline.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of West Greenwich, RI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in West Greenwich,RI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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