Role Summary
Audit and Inspection Manager - GxP based in Framingham, MA. Responsible for developing and overseeing internal self-inspection plans, leading regulatory inspections, and ensuring corrective actions and CAPAs are implemented to maintain inspection readiness and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities
- Developing and implementing an annual self-inspection plan
- Reviewing the internal audit reports before submission to senior management to ensure accuracy and consistency
- Ensuring an inspection readiness process is in place to manage announced and unannounced inspections
- Leading and managing regulatory inspections and audits
- Identifying near misses during inspections and recommending corrective actions
- Reviewing inspection outcome and contributing to the answers
- Monitoring the implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) related to audit and inspection
- Managing the audit and inspection team and ensuring their proper qualification for their activity
- Representing the site in the CoP, could be a member of the CoE, and ensuring local communication
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field - preferred
- 5+ years of experience in managing internal audits and external regulatory inspections, including preparation, execution, and follow-up
- Ability to analyze complex data and audit findings to identify compliance issues and recommend corrective actions
- Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in audit reports, documentation, and compliance assessments
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively liaise with regulatory bodies, present findings to senior management, and train staff
- Proficiency in managing multiple audits and inspections simultaneously, including planning, scheduling, and coordinating with various departments
- In-depth understanding of pharmaceutical regulations and standards, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and other relevant guidelines
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field - preferred