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It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.\nOur Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.\nHere, you will find more than just a job-you will find purpose and pride.\nSummary\nOur Elstree site is currently recruiting for a QA Associate. Baxter is a global pharmaceutical company who manufacture many lifesaving products but here in Elstree we specifically manufacture bone haemostats which is synthetic bone graft material for Surgeons to use in operating theatres. The site has 36 employees so although a large company, we remain a close-knit team, with some of our employees having been here over 20 years.\n*As part of the role, the manufacturing area is a grade IS07 & IS08 cleanroom which requires full PPE (gown, goggles, hair net and full cleanroom suit). Please only apply for this role if you believe you would feel comfortable in this PPE.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nSampling of intermediate products within the manufacturing process.\nTesting and inspection of product, as required by SOP and Finished Product Specification.\nCo-ordination of product testing with external contract laboratories.\nMaintain compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA (21 CFR) part 820 and the requirements of MDSAP.\nProduct Release:\nCompilation of release data for finished products.\nCo-ordination of product bioburden data.\nCollation and completion of documentation to support release.\nInspection of sterilized finished product received back from subcontractors.\nSupport to releasers for disposition/release of finished product.\nGoods Inwards Quality Control:\nInspection of goods and material dispositioning.\nCo-ordination of investigations into non-conforming product.\nCalibration/Maintenance Control:\nSupport of calibration, maintenance and revalidation activities for equipment and facilities.\nMonitoring of schedule and tracking execution of activities.\nQuality Assurance/Control:\nAdherence to Baxter Elstree’s relevant policies and procedures at all times, and notification of any deviations/exceptions from process.\nSupport for all aspects of the QMS through participation in internal audit as trained and approved auditors and support for incidences such as complaints, and any subsequent field corrective actions/recalls.\nSupport for and co-ordination of Quality Investigations i.e. NCR/CAPA/Complaint handling, and logging/issuing of QMS numbers.\nExperience / Qualifications\nQA, cGMP and Quality Systems in an Operational Quality environment. Knowledge of clean room control requirements. \nBachelor’s degree in scientific or technological subject\nA minimum of 2 plus years’ experience required in the areas of GMP regulations that pertain to the medical devices / pharma / biologics - Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering or related field which where possible 1-2 years of supervisory experience is preferable\nInternal Auditing experience. Familiarity with NCR/CAPA, complaint and document control processes within a regulated Quality Management System.\nWorking in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment, supporting new product introduction.\nExcellent investigational, analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to review and monitor data, and identify trends.\nHighly proficient communicator, both verbal and written.\nWhat we offer\n25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (Increasing with service)\nUp to 8% pension contribution\nWestfield healthcare\nEmployee discount scheme\nEmployee assistance programme\nCompetitive salary + local bonus*\nProfessional development opportunities\nHigh importance placed on work life balance\nCommitment to growing and developing an inclusive and diverse workforce\nThis role is Monday-Friday 7:30 - 4pm \nEqual Employment Opportunity\nBaxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.\nReasonable Accommodations\nBaxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.\nRecruitment Fraud Notice\nBaxter has discovered incidents of employment scams, where fraudulent parties pose as Baxter employees, recruiters, or other agents, and engage with online job seekers in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. 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