Pfizer, a global leader in pharmaceuticals, is committed to delivering safe, effective, and high-quality products that improve patient lives worldwide. With a strong focus on science-driven innovation and risk-based compliance, Pfizer fosters a culture where every team member contributes directly to better healthcare outcomes.
The company is currently hiring for the position of Associate MQA Downstream at its facility in Vizag (Visakhapatnam), India. This full-time role in Manufacturing Quality Assurance (MQA) offers professionals an opportunity to play a key part in upholding cGMP standards in critical production areas, ensuring product quality and patient safety.
Role Summary
The Associate MQA Downstream serves as the primary quality contact on the production floor, with a focus on Terminal Sterilization, Visual Inspection, and Packaging operations. The position involves monitoring processes, ensuring compliance, and supporting continuous improvement in a dynamic pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure cGMP compliance in Terminal Sterilization, Visual Inspection, and Packaging operations.
- Maintain regulatory adherence in line with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP/GxP).
- Align manufacturing policies and procedures with Pfizer standards.
- Review electronic Batch Records (eBR) and assess deviations/AMPs exceptions with support from senior team members.
- Review batch reports, equipment audit trails, and perform Acceptable Quality Level (AQL) sampling and inspections.
- Handle batch start-up and end activities, including sensor challenge tests and recipe reviews.
- Conduct random process checks, daily walkthroughs, and report observations.
- Assess equipment breakdowns for product quality and patient safety impact.
- Review equipment alarms and quarterly alarm trends.
- Report non-compliances promptly and contribute to troubleshooting in manufacturing areas.
- Identify process gaps and participate in simplification initiatives to reduce downtime and boost efficiency.
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Educational Qualification: M. Pharma or M.Sc.
- Experience: More than 1 year in Manufacturing Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, or Production within a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.
- Strong knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and GxP systems.
- Experience in pharmaceutical industry quality systems.
- Ability to collaborate effectively in team settings, including cross-functional interactions.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Problem-solving mindset with troubleshooting abilities in manufacturing environments.
Salary, Benefits, and How to Apply
Pfizer offers competitive compensation packages in the pharmaceutical sector. For this Associate-level role in Vizag, the expected salary range is ₹4,00,000 to ₹7,00,000 per annum (depending on experience and skills), along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, performance bonuses, and professional development opportunities.
Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
To apply, visit the official Pfizer careers portal and search for requisition ID 4949895 or the position title “Associate MQA Downstream” in India – Vizag. Submit your resume and relevant details through the online application process.
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