Sr. Auditor at Merck KGaA
Indianapolis, IN 46268, USA -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Nov, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Aug, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Quality Assurance Processes, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Perspectives, Technology, Supplier Management, Communication Skills, Codes, Auditing, Regulations, Access, Pharmaceuticals

Industry

Pharmaceuticals

Description

Job Id
290631
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Job Type
Full-time
Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.
Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That’s why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.
This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Chemistry, or a related field or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in quality assurance, auditing, or supplier management within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or cGMP industry.
  • Domestic travel to supplier sites and other company locations is required. Up to 25%
  • Auditing experience within regulated biotech/pharma industry or equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or equivalent certification.
  • Strong knowledge of cGMP, FDA, and EU regulations related to pharmaceuticals.
  • Ability to interpret and apply regulations, regulatory guidance, and codes and identify and recommend compliance changes as appropriate.
  • Experience with quality system management and supplier quality assurance processes.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Performance of this work requires limited supervision.
    What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
    and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!
Responsibilities

YOUR ROLE:

The Quality Auditor is responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal quality standards within a pharmaceutical environment. This role encompasses conducting audits, managing quality systems, and overseeing supplier quality management to ensure that all operations adhere to cGMP, FDA, and other regulatory standards.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Conduct Audits:
    Scheduling, preparing, conducting, and reporting internal and external audits of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and suppliers.
    Evaluate compliance with cGMP, FDA, EU regulations, and internal quality standards.
    Prepare detailed audit reports summarizing findings, non-conformances, and recommendations for improvement.
    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) in response to audit findings and supplier issues.
    Monitor the effectiveness of CAPAs and ensure timely resolution of identified problems.

  • Quality System Management:
    Participate in mock-inspections, as appropriate.
    Drive the escalation of any compliance issues or significant risks identified during audits or when conducting risk assessment.
    Meet the requirements outlined in quality standards, quality manuals, policies, procedures, and tools.

  • Supplier Management:
    Conduct assessments and audits of suppliers to evaluate their compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
    Collaborate with suppliers to develop and implement corrective actions for identified issues.
    Maintain supplier quality metrics and monitor supplier performance to ensure adherence to quality agreements.
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