Senior Quality Assurance Technician - Band 5

Job Description Senior Quality Assurance Technician – Band 5 Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application. Northampton General Hospital | University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group Full-Time, Perm or Bank Pharmacy (QA & Aseptic Services) Start Date: ASAP We are working with Northampton General Hospital to recruit a Senior Quality Assurance Technician to join their specialist Pharmacy Quality Assurance team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a highly regulated environment, supporting the safe production and supply of medicines across aseptic and manufacturing services. About the Role As a Senior QA Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining quality, safety, and compliance across pharmacy production and aseptic services. Key responsibilities include: ~ Supporting the Quality Assurance (QA) service for licensed production and wholesale facilities Undertaking environmental monitoring of clean rooms and aseptic units Performing microbiological testing, airflow monitoring, and temperature mapping Inspecting and releasing unlicensed medicines and aseptic products Supporting quality systems, audits, and deviation investigations Maintaining and optimising QA IT systems and documentation Supervising and supporting junior technical staff You will also contribute to the QA/Aseptic Unit rota, including weekends and bank holidays, supporting cancer services. xkybehq Essential Requirements ~ Qualified Pharmacy Technician (GPhC registered) or relevant science/manufacturing qualification Experience in QA, aseptic services, or pharmaceutical environments Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately Good communication and organisational skills Desirable ~ Experience with MHRA licensing requirements Experience in quality management systems and audits Further training in Quality Assurance or aseptic services Experience supervising or training staff Why Apply? ~ Work within a specialist QA and aseptic pharmacy service Gain experience in licensed pharmaceutical production environments Opportunity to develop expertise in quality systems and compliance Be part of a supportive and experienced pharmacy team Contribute directly to patient safety and cancer services delivery