Quality Officer - Audit & Self Inspection
Are you a detail-driven quality professional with a passion for compliance and client engagement? One of our leading pharmaceutical partners is seeking a Quality Audit Officer to join the Bedford team, where you'll play a pivotal role in hosting client audits and driving the self-inspection programme across the business. This client-facing role places you at the forefront of audit activities, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and GDP regulations while building strong relationships with client quality teams.
Working alongside the Quality Integration Manager, you'll arrange and host audits, draft and submit audit responses, and act as the main point of contact for client queries. You'll also support regulatory inspections, lead self-inspections, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen the company's Quality Management System.
Key ResponsibilitiesArrange, host, and respond to client audits at Bedford and other UK sites as required
Act as subject matter expert or provide backroom support during regulatory inspections
Organise, perform, and report on self-inspections across the UK
Oversee supplier qualification and maintain the Approved Supplier List
Conduct detailed root cause analysis of non-conformances/deviations and implement corrective actions
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