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Quality Assurance Expert

Neuchâtel, Canton of Neuchâtel

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On the Global Manufacturing and Supply (GMS) team at Takeda, you’ll be part of a rapidly transforming industry that’s applying technology and data in new ways. Within our agile, innovative, people-centric organization, your work will matter every day as you use your skills to help us manufacture therapies for patients on our four platforms:

Small Molecules
Biologics
Plasma
Cell and Gene

As part of the GMS team, you'll have the opportunity to pursue unique experiences and build new skills, and you'll know that the work you do every day makes an impact — on our patients, our people, our planet, and on yourself.

Job ID R0143904 Date posted 02/17/2025 Location Neuchâtel, Canton of Neuchâtel

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Job Description

About the Role: The Quality Assurance Expert is responsible for ensuring compliance and quality oversight throughout the manufacturing and release process of Drug Product (DP). This role plays a critical part in maintaining the highest standards of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), working collaboratively with various departments to ensure product integrity and regulatory adherence.

How You Will Contribute:

Act as QA representative for routine GMP activities and company projects (including the implementation of a new manufacturing area)
Ensure compliance with internal procedures, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
Lead and review deviation investigations, impact assessments, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Evaluate and approve change controls, ensuring smooth implementation and compliance
Provide quality oversight by supporting and guiding production teams directly on the shopfloor
Conduct internal GMP audits and participate in regulatory inspections
Prepare, evaluate, and approve controlled documents (SOPs, forms, specifications, etc.)
Participate in batch record review and release activities
Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to operational efficiency
Provide training on GMP, GDP, and quality-related topics

Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor/Master’s degree in Engineering, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, or Quality Management
2-5 years of experience in a GMP environment within the pharmaceutical or biotechnological industry
Strong understanding of GMP, FDA, EMA, ICH, and Pharmacopeia regulations
Experience in auditing, inspection preparation, and deviation management
Knowledge of biotechnological processes and manufacturing operations, and more specifically aseptic process
Proficiency in MS Office; experience with quality systems such as TrackWise, Veeva and PAS-X is a plus
Fluent in French; intermediate level in English

Personal Attributes:

Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
Structured, organized, and able to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proactive and solution-oriented mindset with a continuous improvement approach
Excellent communication skills, able to adapt to different stakeholders
Team player, fostering collaboration across departments

Complexity and Problem Solving:

Participate in operational decision-making
Evaluate change requests and deviations in alignment with regulatory requirements and internal procedures
Ensure compliance with validation reports, SOPs, and industry regulations

Why Join Us? At Takeda, we are dedicated to transforming patient care through innovative medicines and first-class support programs. As a Global Top Employer, we offer stimulating careers, encourage innovation, and uphold excellence in everything we do. Our inclusive and collaborative environment empowers employees to thrive and contribute to a brighter future for all.

Locations

CHE - Neuchatel

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

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