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Job Description

QA Associate

About the Role:

The Batch Disposition IV role is a critical position that safeguards product integrity and compliance at Takeda. Leveraging advanced technical expertise and independent problem-solving, you will ensure processes meet rigorous quality standards while serving as a trusted resource for colleagues. Your work directly contributes to patient safety, regulatory compliance, and the delivery of high-quality therapies worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

- Define and specify activities, processes, and standards to meet quality requirements

- Audit and monitor processes to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards

- Report on and assist in process deviations and defects investigations

- Provide assistance and training to lower-level employees

- Collaborate within and outside the department to solve complex problems

- Apply Good Manufacturing Practices in routine settings

What You Bring to Takeda:

- Leaving Certificate or equivalent; third-level qualification in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy, or related Life Science discipline is an advantage

- 3–5 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry; background in Manufacturing or Quality is an advantage

- Strong knowledge of GMPs, with practical application in controlled, routine settings under supervision

- Demonstrated use of safety assurance principles, essential safety concepts, and Quality Management System fundamentals

- Skilled in applying quality control principles, maintaining high standards, and paying close attention to detail

- Ability to make informed decisions under supervision, using basic evaluative and analytical skills

- Effective organization, prioritization, and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple activities

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, producing clear reports and concise documentation, while developing further through feedback and coaching

- Collaborative and adaptable, able to develop skills through ongoing guidance while contributing independently to routine tasks

What you can look forward to with us:

- Competitive Salary: Including performance-based bonuses.

- Retirement Plan: Employer contributions to your retirement plan.

- Comprehensive Insurance: Employer-funded private medical insurance with dependants’ cover, life insurance, and flexible options like dental insurance, partner life insurance, and serious illness protection.

- Electric Charging Points: Available at parking locations.

- Employee Assistance Program: Support for personal and professional challenges.

- Wellbeing and Engagement: Dedicated teams to support your wellbeing.

- Family-Friendly Policies: Supportive policies for a balanced work-life.

- Generous Vacation: 26 vacation days plus additional days for service milestones and humanitarian volunteering leave.

- Development Opportunities: Coaching, mentoring, educational programs, and formal training.

- Subsidized Canteen: Enjoy meals at a reduced cost.

- Flexible Benefits: Options like fuel card, bike to work, commuter ticket, and insurance deals.

More about us: Takeda text: At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Empowering our people to shine: Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are interested in this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application via our online tool

Locations

Grange Castle, Ireland

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

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