Senior Quality Assurance Specialist
About the role
Evaluate and review clinical and commercial drug batches to ensure compliance with established specifications.
Conduct rigorous sampling and statistical process control procedures to identify deviations from standards.
Approve investigations and change control activities to maintain compliance with configuration management policies.
Contribute to moderately complex projects, managing time effectively and developing short-term work plans.
Independently assess Change Control activities for potential Quality and Operational Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) impacts.
Investigate and document Quality Assurance deviations, escalating issues to the Quality Assurance Lead as needed.
Ensure regulatory compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP) and provide Quality Review and oversight of site documentation to meet global regulatory and Pfizer quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and review clinical and commercial drug batches to ensure compliance with established specifications.
- Conduct rigorous sampling and statistical process control procedures to identify deviations from standards.
- Approve investigations and change control activities to maintain compliance with configuration management policies.
- Contribute to moderately complex projects, managing time effectively and developing short-term work plans.
- Independently assess Change Control activities for potential Quality and Operational Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) impacts.
- Investigate and document Quality Assurance deviations, escalating issues to the Quality Assurance Lead as needed.
- Ensure regulatory compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP) and provide Quality Review and oversight of site documentation to meet global regulatory and Pfizer quality standards.
Requirements
- Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR Master's degree with 0+ years of experience; OR Associate's degree with 6 years of experience; OR High school diploma (or equivalent) and 8 years of relevant experience.
- Preferred Requirements: Experience in quality administered systems; Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; Experience with regulatory compliance and documentation; Ability to mentor and review the work of other colleagues; Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity; Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.
Skills
- Solid understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices and relevant GxP regulations and standards.
- Strong critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work effectively within own team and interdepartmental teams.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Proactive approach to problem-solving.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments.
- Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.
Pay
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $82,700.00 to $137,900.00.
Schedule
This position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 10.0% of the base salary.
Physical/Mental Requirements
- Must be able to aseptically gown.
- This is a penicillin manufacturing facility.
- All candidates applying must NOT be allergic to penicillin.
- Able to lift 25-30 lbs.
Other Job Details
- Work Location: On Premise
- Last Date to Apply for Job: July 27, 2026
- Annual Base Salary Range: $82,700.00 - $137,900.00
- Non-standard Work Schedule, Travel Or Environment Requirements: Weeknight and weekend work may be required.