At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure quality and safety of life-saving products while collaborating with a dynamic team.
- Company: Join Canadian Blood Services, a caring organisation dedicated to saving lives.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance awards, pension plan, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for travel and growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives through quality assurance in healthcare.
- Qualifications: Post-secondary education and experience in quality management required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
This role requires a minimum of 60% on-site presence. Additional on-site work may be required based on business needs. On-site expectations are subject to change and may be adjusted on a temporary or permanent basis.
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary Full-time Quality Assurance Associate to join our dynamic Quality Assurance team, contributing to a broader, flexible role that spans national and local contexts. The Quality Assurance team is accountable for the systematic efforts taken to assure that all Canadian Blood Services’ products and services delivered to the customer meet expectations of the customer.
In this role, you will be providing the organizational assurance that we meet safety, quality identity, purity, potency and accessibility requirements of our products and services. You will utilize your advanced knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), which includes Blood Regulations as defined by Health Canada, CSA Blood and Blood Component Standards as well as relevant Cell, Tissues and Organs (CTO) regulations and standards and the theory and application of quality systems elements to the products and services provided by Canadian Blood Services.
Formula for success:- Leveraging your skills in quality management, you will ensure the organization's products and services consistently meet requirements by maintaining control in manufacturing and donor centre processes, adhering to regulations and standards, and applying Quality System processes such as quality event management, document management, validation, change control, corrective action preventative action, auditing, training, quality control, etc.
- Utilizing your expertise in education, you will educate staff to enhance their understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices within Canadian Blood Services Quality Management System.
- Capitalizing on analytical skills, you will assist the organization in monitoring and continuously improving product and service quality.
- Demonstrating flexibility and teamwork you will support any center and any QA department that requires coverage and support.
- Maintaining connectivity and responsiveness, to be connected and easy to reach during working hours and support the after-hours on-call (if required).
- Adapting to diverse responsibilities, you will perform local, national and other duties as required.
- Post-secondary level education in a relevant discipline from a recognized academic institution, or equivalent experience is required.
- Certification in Quality Management Systems and/or certified Quality Engineer designation is required.
- Minimum of 7 years’ experience within a manufacturing, pharmaceutical or blood collections environment following Good Manufacturing Practices, with at least 5 years of Quality Management and Continuous Improvement experience.
- Thorough comprehension of applicable standards and regulations and a comprehensive knowledge of the theory behind and application of quality systems processes.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Quality Management System elements is mandatory.
- Comprehensive analytical, problem-solving and risk-based decision making skills are required.
- Effective interpersonal skills along with proven ability to exercise sound judgment, tact and discretion.
- Strong ability to adjust and work in an agile work environment.
- Payment in lieu for vacation and benefits.
- Annual performance award up to 6%.
- Defined benefit pension plan.
- Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.
This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite preferably at Canadian Blood Services' locations. You will work Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, 7.5 hours a day. Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, may be required based on project needs and rotational assignments.
If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career.
Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted.
Quality Assurance Associate in London employer: Canadian Blood Services
Canadian Blood Services is an exceptional employer that offers a rewarding experience in a dynamic and collaborative environment dedicated to saving lives. With comprehensive health benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in their community. Join us in London, ON, where your contributions will directly support the vital work of providing safe blood and resources to those in need.
