Teva Pharmaceuticals

Sr Quality Systems Engineer

Teva Pharmaceuticals$95K — $115K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a scientific discipline or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 7 years progressive experience in the pharmaceutical industry
  • At least 3 years of Quality Assurance experience in pharmaceutical production
  • Preferred experience with manufacturing various pharmaceutical dosage forms
  • Familiarity with Health Authority Inspections (FDA/EMA, ANVISA)

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute annual projects to meet Quality/Compliance program goals
  • Oversee Change Control Review Board activities from initiation to implementation
  • Provide records management expertise for compliant shutdown planning
  • Ensure facility operations meet GMP and regulatory requirements
  • Participate in internal and regulatory inspections and audits
  • Review and approve quality records and standard operating procedures
  • Drive improvements in quality systems for compliance with regulations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health Insurance available from day one
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Generous Paid Time Off for vacation and sick leave
  • Company paid Life and Disability insurance
  • Tuition Assistance and Employee Assistance Program available
Full Job Description
Location: SLC EAST

577 S. Chipeta Way

Salt Lake City, UT 84108

This position is responsible for providing support for the quality management systems (QMS), including documentation management, Continuous Improvement program, process, cleaning and computer system validation, equipment, facility and utility qualification. The role oversees Change Management, Annual Product Review, and Metrics and Data Trending. This position ensures adherence to quality standards, policies and procedures, while facilitating improvements and building a collaborative team environment among internal and external stakeholders. This position represents Quality Systems leadership and interacts closely with other areas such as Operations, Manufacturing Science and Technology, Research and Development, Supply Chain and Quality Control.

How You'll Spend Your Day

All areas of responsibility listed below are essential to the satisfactory performance of this position by any incumbents with reasonable accommodation if necessary. Any non-essential functions are assumed to be included in other related duties or assignments.

  • Develops, supports and executes annual projects to deliver on site metrics, KPIs, goals, and other Quality / Compliance program related projects as required.
  • Responsible for hosting the Change Control Review Board and overseeing change control activities from initiation through implementation and approval.
  • Responsible for providing records management and change control expertise to support compliant shutdown planning and execution.
  • Responsible for ensuring efficient, uninterrupted operation of the facility in accordance with requirements such as GMP, FDA, MHRA, EMEA, OSHA, EPA, DEA, etc.
  • Responsible for participating in partner, internal and regulatory inspections and audits as needed.
  • Responsible for reviewing and approving standard operating procedures, protocols, risk assessments and other quality records, as needed.
  • Responsible for improving and maintaining quality systems to ensure compliance with CGMPs, company policies, procedures and governmental regulations.
  • Supports Quality projects for accomplishment of organization goals including Corporate standard assessments, Quality project team meetings, and other cross-functional site initiatives.
  • Responsible for completing all training requirements and maintaining compliance with all assignments.
  • Responsible for maintaining work areas and performing job functions in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
  • Responsible for performing additional related duties as assigned.


Your Skills and Experience

Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that fulfills the requirements of the position will be considered.

Education/Certification/Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree, preferably in a scientific discipline (biology, chemistry or closely related field) or equivalent education/experience with a minimum of 7 years relevant progressive experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Requires a minimum of 3 years' experience in Quality Assurance within pharmaceutical production.
  • Prefer direct experience with the manufacturing of various pharmaceutical dosage forms.
  • Prefer direct experience with Health Authority Inspections (FDA/EMA, ANVISA, etc.)
  • Project management and advanced presentation skills preferred


Also Good to Have

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
  • Computer proficiency with comprehensive working knowledge of MS Office products, Learning Management Systems (LMS), EDMS and ERP systems, as well as Quality systems such as Trackwise and Veeva.
  • Self-directed with ability to organize and prioritize work.
  • Ability to motivate, influence and lead others with and/or without direct supervisory authority.
  • Ability to positively manage conflict, provide difficult feedback and negotiate resolution.
  • Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships between teams, departments and business units.
  • Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and decision making.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to interact positively and collaborate with co-workers, management and external partners.
  • Ability to analyze information and create metrics relevant to the business objectives.
  • Ability to understand inter-department linkages and alignment of own department with other departments.
  • Ability to drive change by identifying areas for improvement, engaging and motivating others and working through difficult transitions.


Problem Solving:
  • Proactively works on problems of a complex scope where evaluation of contributing factors requires the analysis of situations or data and an in-depth knowledge and evaluation of various known and unknown factors.
  • Seeks out all resources when selecting methods and techniques for obtaining results.
  • Acts independently and proactively to direct method and procedure for problem resolution.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Frequent:
  • Sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Using fingers to perform activities such as picking, pinching or typing.
  • Repetitive Motions - frequent motions of the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Occasional:
  • Standing for extended periods of time at work station or equipment.
  • Walking to move short distances quickly and frequently.
  • Lifting - raising objects from lower to upper and/or moving objects horizontally - up to 25 lbs.

Visual Acuity:

  • Close visual acuity to perform activities such as computer work, preparing and analyzing data, extensive reading.


WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
  • Frequent exposure to low to moderate noise levels.
  • Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts or equipment.
  • May be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed when in production areas (i.e. safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, etc.).


How We'll Take Care of You

At Teva, better health starts from within, and that includes you. From day one, you'll be supported with benefits designed to help you thrive in and out of work. This includes generous annual leave, reward plans, flexible working schedules (dependent on role), access to tailored health support, and meaningful ways to give back to the community. When it comes to your career, you'll be encouraged to explore, evolve, and shape your path. Twist, our one-stop shop for career development platform, gives you access to a wide range of possibilities, from learning programs and short-term projects to opportunities for internal growth. Here, you'll be part of a culture that empowers you to reach your goals and prioritize your wellbeing every step of the way.

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:
• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage starting on the first day of employment, providing the employee enrolls.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match, up to 6% and an annual 3.75% Defined Contribution to the 401k plan.
• Time Off: Paid Time Off including vacation, sick/safe time, caretaker time, and holiday.
• Life and Disability Protection: Company paid Life and Disability insurance.
• Additional benefits include, but are not limited to, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Life Style Spending Account, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, if eligible , Family Building Benefits, Virtual Physical Therapy, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurances, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Plan, Voluntary Life Insurance and Long Term Disability and more.



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About Teva Pharmaceuticals

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. is a global pharmaceutical company that develops, produces and markets generic drugs, specialty drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients. It is the largest generic drug manufacturer in the world and one of the 15 largest pharmaceutical companies worldwide. Teva's products are sold in more than 60 countries and it has a portfolio of more than 3,500 products. The company was founded in 1901 in Jerusalem and is headquartered in Petah Tikva, Israel.
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