Quality Officer

Viatris is a global healthcare company uniquely positioned to bridge the traditional divide between generics and brands, combining the best of both to more holistically address healthcare needs globally. With a mission to empower people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life, we provide access at scale, currently supplying high-quality medicines to approximately 1 billion patients around the world annually and touching all of life's moments, from birth to the end of life, acute conditions to chronic diseases.

We have been included on number of award lists that demonstrate the impact we are making.
 

As one of the leading providers of medicines in New Zealand, our brands are used by patients, healthcare professionals and pharmacies to help provide a better quality of life. Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here’s how the Quality Officer role makes an impact.

Reporting to the Compliance Supervisor, this role offers the chance to shape Quality initiatives  across a portfolio and pipeline of diverse brands. Take ownership of the following key responsibilities and make a real difference:

• Release of product to market through Quality Oversight review.
• Support Quality & Compliance activities, including documentation management (e.g. technical agreements, and vendor qualification);
• Ensure all activities align with GMP requirements and relevant legal, regulatory and safety standards;
• Deliver reliable internal and external customer service while contributing to continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives.

The minimum qualifications and experience required for this role are:

• Demonstrated capability working in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical or related industry (Minimum of 2 years’ experience and good knowledge of pharmaceutical GMPs or similar, is required).
• An appropriate quality qualification is desirable (e.g. NZOQ Certificate in QA).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to use Microsoft Office suite.
• High level of communication skills – both oral and written.
• Bachelor’s degree in science (Chemistry, Microbiology, Pharmacy etc).
• Must be eligible to work in New Zealand (New Zealand Citizen or appropriate Visa holder)

Position Title: Quality Officer

Location: Head Office, Auckland, Mount Wellington

Employment: Full Time, Fixed Term (12-month parental leave backfill)
 

At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others. 

Viatris is an Equal Opportunity Employer.