PCI Pharma Services

Batch Release Associate

Moorabbin, AUS Full time

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.


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Position Overview:

This position is based in the Quality Operations team, reporting to the Authorised Person Lead, and will be a supporting role in the creation, review and approval of Batch Release and Label documentation, including other documentation required to support product certification or Batch Release. This role will enable timely and accurate review/approvals of records and Labels to GMP Annex 13 and 16 requirements and support ‘Quality On the Floor’ for prompt issue resolution and quality oversight of GMP activities.  This role will work closely with key stake holders (including but not limited to) Production, Quality, Project Managers, at PCI-MEL and within the PCI Network.

Primary Responsibilities include:

  • Review and approve new and executed manufacturing (Packaging and Labelling) batch records to ensure compliance with GMP, data integrity standards, the Product Specification File (PSF), and Finished Product Specification

  • Disposition inventory (material and product) and approve Bill of Materials (as required) prior to Production activities within electronic inventory management system

  • Review, approve and issue labels created in Prisym 360 within defined timelines to meet agreed production schedule dates

  • Create certificates of conformance, stability assessments, product specifications and Product Specification Files

  • Issue and archive documentation pertaining to Batch release and other Quality related documentation

  • Complete, review and support site investigations/escalations for the determination of root cause/impact/risk for EVENTs, Deviations, Complaints, Non-Conformance and change controls for records relating to Batch Release or Quality

  • Support the certification of finished product batches (performed by the Authorised Person/s) by the checking and verification of required documentation and retention samples for Release for Supply in line with defined procedures

  • Support the completion of internal, client and regulatory inspections, including the response to findings and completion of corrective and preventative

  • Complete audit trail reviews for GMP software system in accordance with site procedures

  • Create, prepare and review/approve Quality and operational SOPs/WI/Forms (as required)

  • Support mock recall and recall activities instigated by PCI or clients

  • Point of contact for Production escalations requiring Quality assessment/escalation. Where required, support the assessment of packaged/labelled product quality during Production activities.

  • Report metrics related to Batch Release and assist with the preparation of Quality Management Review information

  • Support the completion of other Quality Operations team responsibilities as required (e.g., Product/Material Inspections, Retention sample collection etc.)

  • Ensure all activities in area of responsibility are performed in accordance with GMP, company SOPs and Health and Safety policies.

  • Escalate quality issues to the Authorised Person and Quality Operations Manager

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy or related Discipline

  • Experience in cGMP pharmaceutical/clinical trial environment

  • Proficient user of Microsoft Word and Excel

  • Experience in a Quality role within a pharmaceutical/clinical trial company

  • Use of quality management system and inventory management system software in a regulated industry

Behavioural Competencies:

  • Compliance and adherence to PCI procedures and policies

  • Attention to detail

  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment

  • Communication and responsiveness at all the times 

  • Positive, ‘can-do’ attitude, embraces and ‘lives’ PCI’s Vision and Values 

  • Analytical thinker and solution finder/problem solver 

  • Collaborative, team player 

  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication 

  • Trusting and trustworthy 

  • Conscientious and diligent 

  • Positive, embraces and responsive to change

  • Flexible with managing workload in line with business priorities

  • Effective time management

Join us and be part of building the bridge between life changing therapies and patients. Let’s talk future

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:
PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company’s purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity – at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.