Senior Specialist, Quality Assurance

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Senior Specialist, Quality Assurance handling temperature management responsibilities across Canadian distribution centers. Leading quality initiatives and overseeing compliance in pharmaceutical distribution.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and coordinate temperature mapping studies across Canadian distribution centers, including vendor collaboration, sensor setup, data collection, analysis, and report preparation
  • Manage temperature excursions and warehouse deviations; partner with Operations to investigate root causes and implement corrective actions
  • Administer change controls related to temperature-controlled storage areas
  • Monitor and respond to on-site alarm notifications in partnership with Operations
  • Oversee temperature excursions during transportation, gather required investigation data, and work with suppliers to assess product impact
  • Collaborate with Transportation and Operations to investigate issues and implement corrective/preventive measures
  • Conduct temperature-related qualification studies (e.g., lane qualification) as needed
  • Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Temperature Management during internal and external audits
  • Support temperature management programs for Pharmaceutical and Medical Distribution
  • Develop, update, and maintain temperature management Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Manage calibration programs for critical-to-quality equipment

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science degree- considered an asset
  • Minimum of 2-4 years’ experience in Quality within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or related industry, preferred
  • Applied knowledge of the Health Canada Food and Drug Act, Canadian Medical Devices Regulations, Drug Regulations and GMP, Natural Health Product Regulations, Cosmetics and Consumer Regulations
  • Strong understanding of GUI-0069 and USP requirements
  • Highly organized with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
  • Skilled communicator (verbal, written, and presentation)
  • Ability to interpret technical data, summarize insights, and prepare clear reports
  • Effective cross‑functional collaborator with internal teams, vendors, and customers
  • Strong computer skills including, Word, Excel, SharePoint and PowerPoint

Benefits:

  • Bonus eligible: Yes
  • Performance-based annual bonus