Quality Systems Specialist
TerraPower · Everett, WA · 1 wk ago
On-siteQuality Assurance$177k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Author, revise, and manage the approval of site policies and procedures related to Quality Systems.
- Participate in the development and implementation of data integrity policies to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and compliance of all data generated within the organization.
- Support supplier qualification program, including verifying supplier compliance with applicable quality requirements, focusing on critical materials, services, and supplier performance.
- Participate in Quality System audits (supplier, customer, and internal audits).
- Collaborate to resolve audit findings and track follow-up actions to closure.
- Support project workstreams and continuous improvement project driven by Quality.
- Support implementation of Quality Management Systems.
- Support development processes for validation/qualification of equipment, facility, and/or manufacturing processes.
- Ensure data integrity compliance across quality systems, including adherence to ALCOA+ principles and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements.
- Balance quality requirements with safety, such as radiation safety, in all quality activities.
- Provide comprehensive, Quality-related training to colleagues within TPI and act as a resource for quality related inquiries.
- Perform other general duties associated with the position as required by supervision.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences discipline, engineering, or a related field (or equivalent qualification through experience).
- 6+ years' industry experience in a regulated production environment (e.g., ISO 9001, cGMP pharmaceutical or radiopharmaceutical industries), including 3+ years of prior experience in a Quality Systems role.
- Certification in a pharmaceutical Quality-related discipline, Lean Six Sigma or project management training/certification is a plus.
- Demonstrated experience working within Quality Systems.
- Strong working knowledge of quality principles, with proven success in managing complex projects and a wide range of responsibilities.
- Experience working within a quality program compliant to FDA/cGMP requirements Title 21 CFR 210/211 and ICH Guidance.
- Experience in a production radiopharmaceutical facility is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to interpret federal regulations, guidance and standards. Ability to incorporate relevant requirements into TPI documentation and provide guidance to personnel regarding compliance.
- Must demonstrate flexibility in adjusting to changing priorities and schedules in a dynamic environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive accountability.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing proficiency and executive-level reporting abilities.
- The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly, and display respect while fostering teamwork.
Job Functions
- Sitting for extended periods.
- Bending/stooping.
- Grasping/gripping.
- Fine motor control (hands).
- Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.
- Prolonged.
- Repetitive work.
- Stairs.
- Typing/keyboard.
- Standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/day.
- Travel required 10 - 20%.