Job Description

Associate Quality Specialist Intern supports day to day QA activities in the Ballydine facility. The Quality Specialist Intern participates as a core member of the Integrated Process Team).

 

 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 

 

• Participate in the cross functional team that manages production right first time at Ballydine. 

• Review batch and cleaning process documentation. 

• Provide feedback on re-occurring issues ensuring continuous improvement to systems/processes. 

• Support the internal GMP walkdown and scheduled audits.  

• Participate in the generation and communication of quality metrics. 

• Creation, review and approval of quality procedures as required. 

 

COMPETENCIES 

• Communications: Excellent written and oral communication skills. Organizes and delivers information appropriately. 

• Teamwork: Interacts with people effectively. Able and willing to share and receive information. 

• Decision Making: Uses sound judgement to make good decisions based on information gathered and analysed. 

• Adaptability: Adapts to changing work environments, work priorities, organizational needs and diverse people. 

• Work Standard: Sets and maintains high performance standards. Pays close attention to detail, accuracy and completeness. 

• Motivation: Displays energy and enthusiasm. Maintains high level of productivity and self-direction. 

 

 

Skills: 

• Studying in Science, Engineering, Pharmacy or equivalent. 

• Knowledge of Quality IT systems desirable. 

• Knowledge in Lean / Continuous Improvement. 

• Knowledge of GMP Requirements for Electronic /paper free operations.

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Required Skills:

Adaptability, Adaptability, Analytical Problem Solving, Clinical Research, Continuous Process Improvement, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Decision Making, Document Management, Driving Continuous Improvement, GMP Compliance, Health Economics, Lean Process Improvements, Office Applications, Pharmacy, Process Improvements, Project Management, Quality Assurance Processes, Quality Metrics, Quality Process Development, Reporting and Analysis, Teamwork, Technical Support {+ 1 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

09/16/2026

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