Quality Executive/QA Executive - Dublin, Ireland

Quality Executive/QA Executive - Dublin, Ireland

Hybrid role (you will be required on site 3 days a week)

The Company:

Johnson & Johnson is the world's most comprehensive and broadly-based healthcare Company, touching the lives of nearly a billion people every day. Our Family of Companies throughout the world compete in consumer, pharmaceutical and medical devices & diagnostics markets and have the skills and resources to tackle the world's most pressing health issues.

The Role:

The QE is responsible for the GMP / GDP quality of, and meeting the applicable requirements for, the products and services marketed by the LOC/Cluster (including controlled substance requirements and all named-patient materials NPP)

He/she is also responsible for compliance with the elements of the Johnson & Johnson Quality Policy and J&J QMS that are applicable to the GMP/GDP activities the LOC/Cluster undertakes. This position is also responsible for the continuous improvement of the GMP/GDP status of the LOC/Cluster.

He/she is responsible for the oversight of quality and compliance status of all third parties and other J&J organisations engaged by the LOC/Cluster for the GMP/GDP activities for the LOC/Cluster. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Implement, maintain and monitor the GMP/GDP part of the J&J quality system for the commercial organisation in the LOC (to include but not restricted to):

• Ensure that a list of all relevant product sourcing, supply routes (including exports), product licences (marketing authorizations), product list, relevant authorizations, (e.g. manufacturing, packaging, importation, warehousing, distribution, testing, narcotics handling, etc.) and quality agreements is available and maintained up to date for the Irish market.
• Execute requirements regarding lifecycle management of GMP/GDP related documents and records (creation, approval, distribution, revision, retrieval, retention, disposition) to ensure regulatory compliance and business continuity. Including the preparation, update and approval of procedures assigned. 
• Ensure the provision of appropriate training for all regulated functions with GMP/GDP responsibilities.
• Ensure appropriate management of internal and external Change Controls related to the Irish market.
• Oversee the preparation, execution and follow up for corporate and external Irish inspections, and report these and any other relevant field action activity into the relevant systems.
• Ensure appropriate management of the preparation, execution and follow up of internal and external Quality Issues (QIs) and CAPAs related to GxP in Ireland. 
• Monitor Quality System performance versus local GxP and J&J requirements via use of pertinent business and compliance metrics and goals. 
• Provide the necessary input to the Quality Head for the bi-annual Quality System Management Review for the LOC/Cluster. Co-ordinate the timely preparation of the QSMR presentation i.e. slide deck by gathering input from all SMEs and stakeholders. 
• Notify and engage LOC Quality Head and Business Quality Regional and other affected stakeholders with any substantive concerns regarding product quality, safety and/or compliance, as per the Escalation procedures. The QE supports the local Quality Head for escalations of the LOC/Cluster where needed.

Quality processes (to include but not restricted to):

• Artwork support: labelling changes oversight via Control of Change process. 
• Conduct regular (self-)inspections of GxP practices that are applicable on the supply chain within the responsibilities of the Local Operating Company.
• Collaborate effectively with various internal and external partners, such as the local Health Authorities, the LSO, the manufacturing plant QA, Deliver QA, ASM, Regulatory Affairs, Medical Affairs, Medical Compliance, other Cluster / LOC in EMEA and any other functions.
• Ensure GxP Irish suppliers in the LOC/Cluster are qualified, are periodically audited against company & local GxP standards, if relevant and, when needed, have a quality agreement. Timely preparation of quality agreements. Perform supplier audits as required. 
• Support the LOC management team in new product introduction in Ireland and all other product portfolio lifecycle management processes.
• Support the QH in escalating quality issues and conducting recalls in Ireland in a timely manner.
• Perform Product Quality Reviews for products marketed in Ireland, reviewing local PQRs.
• Ensure that any requirements of the Wholesale Dealers Licence are fulfilled. 
• Work closely with the sites and Deliver QA to ensure that Temperature Control requirements are fulfilled during storage and transportation activities.
• Assure effective processes to handle product and AE complaints, escalate critical product issues and conduct recalls and other field actions in a timely manner.
• Perform the QA approval of repackaging jobs of Irish products and ensure that all required aspects of GMP are followed at both the repackaging site and within the company for these jobs.

Key Compliance Requirements

Applicable to all roles

• Ensure safety reporting requirements (timely AE/PQC reporting) as set out in company policies and SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) are met and appropriately managed when planning projects, developing materials, executing projects and contracting vendors
• Ensure HCC and legal requirements (Fair Market Value, Transfer of Value rules, Promotional Materials rules) are fully understood, appropriately managed and complied with when planning projects, developing materials, executing projects and contracting vendors
• Ensure inspection readiness with respect to personal training compliance, and availability of recent CV and individualized Job Description
• If commissioning contractors or third-party organisations, put contracts in place and provide training so that these individuals also act in accordance with Johnson & Johnson HCC requirements when interacting with Healthcare Professionals and report adverse events and complaints (as above).

Role Dimensions

Communication with others outside Janssen e.g. suppliers, governing bodies, the general public

• Contract Manufacturers/Suppliers – high importance, frequent
• General public, healthcare professionals, wholesalers - high importance, frequently
• HPRA – high importance occasionally
• Trading Standards – medium importance very infrequent

Communication with others within Janssen (including any other J&J companies or divisions)

• Market Research, Commercial, Medical Affairs, Medical Compliance, BQ EMEA, JJRC, J&J Consumer and J&J MDD – supplier engagement. These are important to support the business activities and projects in a timely manner.
• Drug Safety, Medical Information, Customer Services, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, ASM, - specific quality issues as they arise.  These are important as they can relate to customer care, compliance issues, potential out of stock situations and/or audits and inspections findings.
• J&J sites of manufacture and Deliver (global) – regarding quality issues.  These are important as they relate to the timely processing and timely resolution of quality problems.

Essential Technical Knowledge, skills and experience

• Fluency in the national language(s) and the English language is required 
• External Body Qualification/Certification as Internal Auditor is preferred title
• Quality Assurance experience at operational level or other relevant experience including Quality Compliance.
• Direct experience and sound knowledge of general quality requirements and guidelines/legislation.
• Leadership and Teamworking capabilities 

Required:

The QE should meet the following knowledge, experience and skills:

• primary degree in Chemistry / Pharmacy / Microbiology / Medicine or a related scientific discipline;
• at least 2 (ideally 5) years’ experience in the Pharmaceutical or related industry, ideally with a mix of Manufacturing / QA operations, Distribution, Warehouse management. Where the position requires oversight of manufacturing / packaging / testing operations activities (internal or external), Manufacturing / QA operations experience is essential;
• understanding of pharmaceutical product development, qualification, manufacturing, packaging, validation, testing, release and distribution processes;
• up-to-date knowledge of relevant pharmaceutical legislation and GMP / GDP, including any legislation/guidelines relating to controlled substances strong analytical, communication, decision-making and leadership skills for interaction with external and internal customers and partners;
• knowledge and full understanding of the J&J Quality Policy and Standards, the Cluster / LOC QMS and Deliver QMS 
• Business acumen to balance safety, compliance and availability of product for a patient 
• Team player within region, ability to leverage across LOC’s in EMEA / WW
• Open for standardization: regional and local thinking, team player at EMEA level 

In Return:

In return for this role you will receive a very competitive hourly rate. A minimum 6 month contract & an opportunity to work with a Global Leader within the Pharmaceutical sector, Johnson & Johnson. 

Things to remember before applying for this role:

• We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.
• We do not accept applications via email.

If you are interested in this role please apply now! Make sure you fill out your application in full, your personal CV will be used for the recruiter’s reference only, they are not sent to Hiring Managers. Ensure all relevant information is included in your application! 

Thank you very much and we look forward to receiving your application. 

If you would like some additional information about the role please contact: Tabitha.crabtree@randstadsourceright.co.uk

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences

That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.