QA Manager - Pharmaceuticals

Reference: GG10889_1750339191

QA Manager - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Northamptonshire | Competitive Salary + Benefits | Permanent, Full-Time

Are you an experienced QA professional ready to take the next step in your career? Smart4 Sciences are working with a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company in Northamptonshire that's on the lookout for a skilled QA Manager to join their growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the Quality Assurance function on a busy GMP site, support a collaborative and quality-driven culture, and help shape the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing.

The Role:

As QA Manager, you'll lead a small but experienced QA team and take responsibility for the site's QMS, GMP compliance, and internal audit programme. You'll work closely with production, QC, and supply chain teams to ensure products meet regulatory standards and are released efficiently, working alongside the QP.

This is a hands-on leadership role in a company that values continuous improvement and employee development.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Managing and mentoring the QA team

  • Leading GMP compliance across manufacturing and packaging operations

  • Owning and developing the Quality Management System

  • Hosting and supporting audits (MHRA, client, internal)

  • Overseeing deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and batch review

  • Working cross-functionally to drive quality improvements

What We're Looking For:

  • Solid QA background in pharmaceutical manufacturing

  • Proven experience managing or leading a QA team

  • Strong knowledge of EU GMP and GDP regulations

  • Comfortable leading audits and interfacing with regulatory bodies

  • A science degree (or equivalent experience) is preferred

Why Apply?

  • Be part of a forward-thinking and supportive company

  • Take ownership of quality strategy and improvements

  • Enjoy a stable, permanent position with real development prospects


Interested?
If you're a passionate QA professional looking for a new challenge in the Northamptonshire area, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Gareth Gooley on for a confidential chat about the role!

£35,000.00 - £45,000.00
Per annum
Negotiable

Northampton

Permanent

Added 19/06/2025
Reference: GG10889_1750339191

QA Manager - Pharmaceuticals

Northampton
Permanent

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