Do you enjoy problem-solving? Are you willing to make decisions? Do you want to contribute to the quality assurance of pharmaceuticals?

QRIOS is now seeking Quality Assurance consultants for AstraZeneca's quality organization within QA OSD (Oral Solid Dosage) Formulation, which is their global launch site for tablets and capsules. Don't hesitate to apply today as selection and interviews are ongoing.

About the position

At AstraZeneca Campus Södertälje, we meet in innovative and high-tech environments to manufacture medicines that change lives. This is the place for you who is driven, takes personal responsibility, and is motivated by new challenges and endless opportunities.

To build on our shared responsibility to make a difference for people, the environment, and society. Quality control is part of the flow for all our products. The mission of the quality organization is to work together with the manufacturing units within Sweden Operations in Södertälje, AstraZeneca's largest production unit, to ensure that our patients receive a safe and effective medicine at a reasonable cost.

Your main responsibilities

You will work closely with the exciting and dynamic production and be “where it happens.” Daily, you participate in cross-functional discussions at the production line and make informed decisions on how production should proceed based on quality aspects. Approving protocols from manufacturing and thus being responsible for ensuring that our products meet the right quality and requirements is also part of your daily routine.

The role involves investigative work where you use your logical thinking to arrive at decisions. The work is independent and the tasks are broad, you have great opportunities for personal learning, and as a representative for your area, courage, commitment, determination, and integrity are needed. Within QA OSD, we also participate in various projects such as New Product Introduction (NPI), investment projects for new equipment, Tech Transfer, and projects related to external customers, registrations, launches, and various improvement efforts.

We have close cooperation within our groups and with production as well as with other support functions such as quality control, process engineering, and maintenance, therefore high demands are placed on flexibility and good communication skills. Your position may be challenged, and you need to be able to justify your decisions well with both conviction and humility.

Who are you?

• Scientific university or college degree of at least 4 years. Educational background can be e.g. a master's degree in biotechnology, chemistry, or pharmaceutical sciences, or a pharmacy degree.
• Good knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing according to applicable regulations and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
• Very good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written.
• Good knowledge of English, both spoken and written.
• Experience in manufacturing, quality control, quality assurance of pharmaceuticals, regulatory inspections, or validation/qualification is an advantage.
• Knowledge of LEAN is beneficial.
• We would like you to have an interest in technology, systems, and processes.

To succeed in the role, you need to be a driven, solution-oriented person who enjoys making changes – big or small. You thrive with a large network of contacts, can meet various customer needs while prioritizing your own work. You have the ability to communicate effectively and build trust while managing many contact points and sometimes tough decisions with engagement and integrity. Your drive and ability to work both carefully and structured even at a high pace will help you succeed.

About the company

QRIOS Life Science is a leading consulting company specializing in delivering high-quality solutions and expertise within the Life Science sector. We work closely with our clients to understand their unique needs and deliver tailored solutions that drive innovation and success. With a strong focus on quality and commitment, we strive to be the foremost partner in our industry. We are a consulting company that is not like many others, inspired by those who never stop looking for new solutions. As we say, QRIOS MINDS GO FURTHER!