Associate Manager-QA (External Manufacturing)

Shalina Healthcare

Remote

The Associate Manager – Quality Assurance (External Manufacturing) is responsible for overseeing and ensuring compliance of all externally manufactured pharmaceutical products with regulatory requirements, company quality standards, and GMP guidelines. This role involves managing contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs), conducting audits, reviewing documentation, and ensuring product quality throughout the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

External Manufacturing Oversight

Ensure all contract manufacturers comply with GMP, regulatory, and company quality standards.
Act as the primary QA contact for all external manufacturing partners.

Vendor Qualification & Audits

Perform qualification, requalification, and periodic audits of CMOs, suppliers, and service providers.
Prepare audit reports and follow up on corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).

Batch Documentation & Release

Review and approve batch manufacturing records, analytical reports, and related documents from CMOs.
Support or authorize batch release in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Quality Systems Management

Ensure implementation of quality systems at external sites (deviations, change controls, CAPA, OOS/OOT).
Monitor and track quality metrics for external manufacturing operations.

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure products meet NAFDAC, WHO, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
Support regulatory submissions and inspections related to external manufacturing.

Deviation & Investigation Handling

Review and approve deviations, investigations, and CAPAs from external partners.
Ensure timely closure and effectiveness of corrective actions.

Change Control Management

Evaluate and approve changes related to materials, processes, and equipment at CMOs.
Assess impact on product quality and regulatory compliance.
Experience: 8–10 years of experience in Quality Assurance within the pharmaceutical industry
Experience with external manufacturing or contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs) is highly preferred

Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of GMP, GDP, and regulatory requirements (NAFDAC, WHO, )
Experience in auditing and vendor management
Excellent documentation review and attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective communication and stakeholder management
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities