QA Engineer

CordenPharma is a leading full-service Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) specializing in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, drug products (DPs), and packaging. With around 3,000 employees worldwide, we help pharmaceutical, and biotech companies manufacture medicines with the ultimate goal of improving people’s lives.

Our network, spanning Europe and the U.S., provides flexible and specialized solutions across six technology platforms: Peptides, Lipids & Carbohydrates, Injectables, Highly Potent & Oncology, Small Molecules, and Oligonucleotides. We strive for excellence in supporting this network and are committed to delivering the highest quality products for patient well-being.

Our People Vision

We strive for excellence. We share our passion. Together, we make a difference in patients' lives.

Summary

Leads and assists in Quality Assurance related projects and day-to-day quality activities as needed. Represents the highest level of GMP understanding and accomplishment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Supports the Quality Assurance Department in the following functions/projects. Responsible for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of all engineering related quality systems. Will have responsibility for generating or reviewing and approving the following document types. Other duties may be assigned.

• Equipment Qualification documents
• Temperature Mapping
• Water System
• Utilities
• Environmental Monitoring
• Risk Assessments
• Cleaning
• Write protocols and reports
• Annual Product Reviews

LEADERSHIP & BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide guidance and leadership where appropriate.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

Four-year college or university program certificate in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related scientific field and 6 years’ experience in Pharmaceutical Development and/or Manufacturing Operations.

CORE COMPETENCIES

These are the specific areas of knowledge, skill and ability that are important for successful job performance. They must be job related and consistent with business necessity.

• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices, ICH Guidelines, and other pertinent national and international regulations
• Excellent writing, interpretive, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Understanding of equipment qualification and validation
• Good knowledge of good engineering practices and pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Analytical skills with the ability to function with interdisciplinary teams
• Proactive approach to problem solving and resolution

SALARY

Actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service
• Accident Plan
• Critical Illness
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance PPO/HSA
• Hospital Indemnity Plan
• ID Theft
• Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Vacation – Three Weeks 1st Year
• Vision Insurance

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Corden Pharma provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Corden Pharma embraces fair hiring practices.

This post will expire September 18, 2026