Role Summary
Audit and Inspection Manager - GxP located in Framingham, MA. Responsible for directing internal and regulatory audits, maintaining inspection readiness, and leading CAPA activities to ensure GMP compliance.
Responsibilities
- Developing and implementing an annual self-inspection plan
- Reviewing 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 outcomes 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
- 5+ years of experience in managing internal audits and external regulatory inspections, including preparation, execution, and follow-up
- Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field - preferred
- 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
Skills
- Regulatory compliance management
- Audit planning and execution
- CAPA tracking and closure
- Regulatory communications and reporting
- Team leadership and development
- Risk assessment and data analysis
- GMP knowledge
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field (preferred)