QA Operations Expert

Major Accountabilities

• Assist in monitoring, tracking, and evaluating the setup for material release, contributing to internal KPI and quality improvement processes.
• Lead and support investigations related to deviations (DEV), out-of-specification (OOx) and complaint cases, as well as advocate for quality initiatives and projects within scope.
• Complete required personal training modules within specified timelines.
• Ensure raw materials and consumables are released on time and in compliance with quality standards, including making release decisions for these materials.
• Manage all non-conformity issues concerning raw materials released, including OOS, OOE, OOT, deviations, and complaints.
• Drive the consistent and efficient functioning of the quality operations department within the designated area of responsibility.
• Identify opportunities to enhance productivity and coordinate their execution.
• Provide support during health authority inspections and customer audits.

Minimum Requirements

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in life sciences or a related discipline such as bioengineering, pharmacy, medicine, biology, or chemistry.
• At least 2 years of experience in quality control (QC).
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Distribution Practice (GDP) standards and processes.
• Competence in risk management and making quality-focused decisions.
• Key skills include ability to handle ambiguity, eagerness for continuous learning, collaboration across functions, and change management.
• Proficiency in English and German languages is mandatory.

Why Novartis?

Novartis strives to transform medicine to improve and extend people’s lives and aims to be the most trusted medicines company worldwide. Our team of dedicated associates drives our success every day. By joining us, you become a part of this mission.

Benefits

The Novartis Life Handbook provides detailed information on benefits and rewards. Alongside a competitive base salary, we offer an attractive incentive program, a modern company pension plan, childcare facilities, opportunities for professional development, and global career growth within the Novartis group. As per Austrian law, the minimum salary for this full-time equivalent role is €65,605.54 per year. The actual remuneration will be higher based on experience, qualifications, and competencies. We support flexible working including part-time, job-sharing, and remote work possibilities.

Diversity and Accessibility

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace with diverse teams that represent the communities we serve. Candidates requiring accommodations due to medical conditions, disabilities, or neurodiverse conditions can request adjustments during recruitment to ensure equal opportunity. Applicants may also involve a local disability representative when applying, as provided by Austrian law.