In-Process Quality Assurance (IPQA) Officer

In-Process Quality Assurance (IPQA) Officer

📍 Weedon, Northamptonshire (NN7 4PP)

💷 £25,396.80 – £28,000 per annum + Shift Allowance

⏰ Permanent | Full Time

Shift Allowance

• £2,500 per annum (Day & Afternoon Shifts)
• £3,500 per annum (Night Shifts)

Benefits

• 21 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays, with additional annual leave based on length of service (up to 4 extra days)
• Statutory pension scheme, 7 days paid sick leave, Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) and free parking
• Full training and stable long-term career opportunities

Looking for a career in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance?

Join LM Manufacturing as an In-Process Quality Assurance (IPQA) Officer supporting our FDA and MHRA-approved pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform in-process quality checks to ensure compliance with GMP, SOPs and batch manufacturing records
• Monitor critical process parameters and verify manufacturing activities during production and packaging
• Review batch manufacturing and packaging records for completeness, accuracy and compliance
• Identify, document and support investigations relating to deviations and non-conformances
• Support CAPA activities, root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with GMP, hygiene, safety and quality standards throughout production
• Support internal audits, customer audits and regulatory inspections
• Work closely with Production, Quality Control, Engineering and Warehouse teams to maintain quality standards

What We're Looking For

• Experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing or quality assurance environments
• Good understanding of GMP requirements and pharmaceutical quality systems
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
• Ability to review batch records and interpret technical information
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work within cross-functional teams
• Proactive and quality-focused approach

Desirable (Not Essential)

• Experience in liquid pharmaceutical manufacturing (oral liquids, syrups and suspensions)
• Knowledge of MHRA, FDA and ICH regulatory requirements
• Experience with deviation investigations and CAPA management
• Degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences or a related discipline

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary plus shift allowance
• Secure permanent employment with development opportunities
• Opportunity to work in an FDA and MHRA-approved pharmaceutical manufacturing facility
• Supportive Quality team and long-term career prospects
• Be part of a company committed to Quality, Compliance and Patient Safety

Apply now to join our Quality Assurance team.