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Date Added: Fri 20/06/2025

QA Manager - Pharmaceuticals

Northampton, NN2, UK
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Company: SMART4SCIENCES

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

QA Manager - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Northamptonshire | Competitive Salary + Benefits | Permanent, Full-Time

Are you an experienced QA professional ready to take the next step in your career? Smart4 Sciences are working with a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company in Northamptonshire that's on the lookout for a skilled QA Manager to join their growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the Quality Assurance function on a busy GMP site, support a collaborative and quality-driven culture, and help shape the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing.

The Role:

As QA Manager, you'll lead a small but experienced QA team and take responsibility for the site's QMS, GMP compliance, and internal audit programme. You'll work closely with production, QC, and supply chain teams to ensure products meet regulatory standards and are released efficiently, working alongside the QP.

This is a hands-on leadership role in a company that values continuous improvement and employee development.

What You'll Be Doing:

Managing and mentoring the QA team

Leading GMP compliance across manufacturing and packaging operations

Owning and developing the Quality Management System

Hosting and supporting audits (MHRA, client, internal)

Overseeing deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and batch review

Working cross-functionally to drive quality improvements

What We're Looking For:

Solid QA background in pharmaceutical manufacturing

Proven experience managing or leading a QA team

Strong knowledge of EU GMP and GDP regulations

Comfortable leading audits and interfacing with regulatory bodies

A science degree (or equivalent experience) is preferred

Why Apply?

Be part of a forward-thinking and supportive company

Take ownership of quality strategy and improvements

Enjoy a stable, permanent position with real development prospects

Interested?
If you're a passionate QA professional looking for a new challenge in the Northamptonshire area, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Gareth Gooley on for a confidential chat about the role
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