Are you passionate about quality assurance in pharmaceuticals and eager to contribute to a healthier world? Pfizer, a global leader in innovative therapies, is hiring an Associate – Quality Assurance at our Vizag, India facility. This role offers a unique opportunity to ensure quality standards in pharmaceutical manufacturing while advancing your career with a company renowned for transforming millions of lives. If you have expertise in material management, cGMP compliance, and batch release processes, join Pfizer’s mission to improve future healthcare.
Key Responsibilities
As an Associate in Quality Assurance at Pfizer Vizag, you will play a critical role in maintaining high-quality standards in pharmaceutical operations. Your responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing Warehouse Activities: Provide quality oversight for dispensing, sampling, material management, and adherence to cGMP standards.
- Material Review and Release: Review and release incoming materials, in-process reports (P1, P2, P3), and ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
- Inspection Readiness: Maintain inspection readiness, support regulatory and customer inspections, and enhance quality assurance systems.
- Compliance and Documentation: Review logbooks and electronic logs, ensure adherence to quality and material management procedures, and handle SAP-based material restrictions.
- Batch and Product Management: Make usage decisions (acceptance/rejection) for materials, ensure expiry date compliance, and approve warehouse equipment and temperature excursion reports.
- Quality Control: Conduct warehouse walkthroughs, inspect material damages, and ensure timely closure of AMPS exceptions.
- Adherence to Pfizer Standards: Uphold Pfizer’s integrity principles in all operations.
Qualifications
To excel in this role, you should meet the following minimum requirements:
- Education: B. Pharm, M. Pharm, or M.Sc. in a relevant field.
- Experience: 4-6 years in Manufacturing Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or Quality Assurance in a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.
- Technical Skills: Knowledge of material handling, storage, issuance, sampling, dispensing, batch release processes, good warehousing practices, and good laboratory practices.
- Soft Skills: Strong team collaboration, effective written and oral communication, and ability to work in shifts.
- System Knowledge: Familiarity with SAP for material management and compliance documentation.
Benefits of Joining Pfizer
Working at Pfizer Vizag comes with a range of benefits designed to support your professional and personal growth:
- Global Impact: Contribute to innovative therapies that transform lives worldwide.
- Career Development: Access opportunities for growth within a global pharmaceutical leader.
- Inclusive Culture: Join a diverse, equal-opportunity workplace that values individual contributions.
- Competitive Compensation: Receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a supportive environment with shift-based flexibility.
How to Apply
Ready to make a difference with Pfizer? Follow these steps to apply for the Associate – Quality Assurance position:
- Visit the Pfizer Careers Portal.
- Search for job requisition ID 4942893.
- Submit your updated resume and a cover letter highlighting your experience in pharmaceutical quality assurance.
- Ensure your application is complete by October 23, 2025, as the position is valid through this date.
For any queries, contact Pfizer’s HR team via the careers portal. Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from diverse candidates.
FAQs
Q: What is the work schedule for the Associate – Quality Assurance role?
A: The role requires flexibility to work in shifts, ensuring 24/7 quality oversight for warehouse and manufacturing operations.
Q: What qualifications are essential for this position?
A: Candidates need a B. Pharm, M. Pharm, or M.Sc. with 4-6 years of experience in pharmaceutical quality assurance or control, along with knowledge of cGMP and material management.
