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Quality Auditor - Pharmaceutical

  • Location: County Westmeath
  • Job Type:Permanent
  • Division: Science & Pharma
  • Contact Email: ranait.coughlan@collinsmcnicholas.ie
  • Job Ref: 24831

We are seeking an experienced Quality Auditor to join our client’s team and support compliance with GMP/GDP regulations. This permanent job based in Athlone, Co.Westmeath, offering the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic pharmaceutical company with strong scope for impact.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan, schedule, and conduct internal and external audits (manufacturers, suppliers, labs, warehouses, transporters).

  • Review documentation and quality processes to ensure compliance with HPRA, EU, and US GMP/GDP standards.

  • Assess quality systems (QMS), including document/change control, deviations, and CAPA management.

  • Identify non-compliance issues, recommend corrective actions, and ensure timely follow-up.

  • Prepare clear audit reports and liaise with stakeholders on CAPA plans.

  • Contribute to continuous improvement of QMS, SOPs, and quality processes.

  • Stay updated on regulatory changes and best practices.

Qualifying Criteria:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a science-related discipline.

  • 5+ years’ experience in quality assurance or compliance in the pharmaceutical industry.

  • Proven auditing experience in GMP/GDP environments.

  • Strong knowledge of HPRA, EU, and US regulations.

  • Solid understanding of manufacturing and lab processes, validation, and distribution.

  • Excellent communication, organisational, and report-writing skills.

Additional Skills & Values:

  • A detail-oriented professional with the ability to lead, influence, and engage teams.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities autonomously.

  • A collaborative team player who can drive engagement across the business.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Ranait Coughlan

ranait.coughlan@collinsmcnicholas.ie

(090) 6450664 (01) 66 200 8