Position Summary:
Catalent Pharma Solutions in Somerset, NJ is hiring a Senior Regulatory and Compliance Specialist for the Regulatory Affairs Group. The Senior Regulatory and Compliance Specialist candidate must be knowledgeable in global regulations pertaining to the pharmaceutical industry and their impact on manufacturing processes and practices. The ideal candidate must be agile and have well-developed organizational, interpersonal, compliance and practical application skills. This role has high visibility within the Somerset site and the greater organization as it touches various functional areas including: Supplier Quality, Regulatory Compliance, DEA, and Quality Management Systems. This role is part of the Clinical Development and Supply division which is part of the broader Pharmaceutical and Consumer Health Segment within the Catalent Pharma Solutions LLC business structure.
This is a full-time 1st shift position: Monday – Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually.
Catalent in Somerset, NJ is home to oral solid dose manufacturing operations as part of the Oral and Specialty Delivery (OSD) business unit. On site we have our state-of-the-art laboratory, clinical, and commercial manufacturing plant for oral dose forms in addition to being the Catalent Center of Excellence for handling Highly Potent Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients.
Catalent is committed to a Patient First culture through excellence in quality and compliance, and to the safety of every patient, consumer, and Catalent employee.
The Role
Manage the supplier quality program and ensure Supplier Quality Management deliverables are met as requiredFacilitate and host customer audits at the Catalent Somerset site to ensure compliance with cGMP’s, as well as Corporate and site standard operating proceduresFacilitate and participate in corporate internal audits to ensure compliance with FDA and applicable international health authority regulationsLead the internal audit program at the siteAssist the site in preparing written responses to address the observations for customer audits, internal audits, corporate audits, and regulatory inspections. Ensure responses are completed as committedInform QA management where resolution of audit findings is inadequate or when audit commitments are not metParticipates in the preparation of Supplier and Customer Quality AgreementsParticipate in global supplier and regulatory meetings and effectively represent the siteAll other duties as assigned;The Candidate
A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred with at least 5 years of experience working in the pharmaceutical industry in Quality Assurance, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, or ComplianceAn Associate degree or High School Diploma is required with at least 10 years of experience working in the pharmaceutical industry in Quality Assurance, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, or ComplianceKnowledge of US FDA regulatory requirements as it pertains to solid oral dosage forms or prior experience working in a regulated field is requiredDeep understanding of FDA and cGMP regulations pertaining to clinical and commercial pharmaceutical drug manufacturing activities is requiredUnderstanding of various audit types (e.g. Customer, Supplier, Agency etc.) and techniques (e.g. Onsite, Questionnaire etc.) is preferredDemonstrated experience with customer and internal audits is preferredDemonstrated experience with Health Authority Inspections (front or back room) is highly preferredKnowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, laboratories, processes, facilities construction is a plus.Knowledge of international pharmaceutical solid oral dosage regulations is a plusIndividual may be required to sit, stand, walk regularly and occasionally lift 0-15 pounds;Why you should join Catalent:
Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process Diverse, inclusive culture 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays401K program with matchSeveral Employee Resource Groups focusing on D&IDynamic, fast-paced work environmentPositive working environment focusing on continually improving processes to remain innovativePotential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives Community engagement and green initiatives Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment Tuition Reimbursement – Let us help you finish your degree or earn a new one!WellHub program to promote overall physical wellness Perkspot - offers exclusive or private discounts from approximately 900+ merchants in a wide array of categoriesCatalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
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