QA Associate - Quality Operations

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Groton, CT, USA
In-Office
69K-114K Annually
Entry level
Artificial Intelligence • Healthtech • Machine Learning • Natural Language Processing • Biotech • Pharmaceutical
We’re in relentless pursuit of breakthroughs that change patients’ lives.
The Role
Provide QA oversight for GMP material lifecycle (receipt, storage, inventory control, disposition, release). Support GMRP, review and approve quality records, support inspection readiness, author and maintain SOPs, collaborate with cross-functional Operations Quality and business partners, and drive continuous improvement in compliance with GxP and internal standards.
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Use Your Power for Purpose
Every day, our unwavering commitment to quality ensures the delivery of safe and effective products to patients. Our flexible, innovative, and customer-oriented culture is rooted in science and risk-based compliance. Whether you are engaged in development, maintenance, compliance, or research analysis, your contributions have a direct impact on patient care. By being part of our team, you help uphold a quality culture that adapts and evolves to meet the needs of patients, ensuring that every product we deliver is of the highest standard. Your role is crucial in maintaining this commitment and driving forward our mission to improve patient outcomes.
What You Will Achieve
As a QA Associate - Inventory Management, the successful candidate will provide quality touchpoints across the lifecycle of GMP materials-from receipt, storage, and inventory control through disposition and release-while ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
This role will also support cross-functional processes such as the Global Material Review Panel (GMRP) and collaborate closely with Pharmaceutical Sciences Small Molecule (PSSM) business lines and Operations Quality partners.
This role does not have direct reports.What You Will Achieve
  • Provide QA oversight and support for GMP operations within the Global Inventory Management Group
  • Support the Global Material Review Panel (GMRP) process, including review and disposition activities
  • Provide QA oversight and Quality Operations GMP release support for excipients, processing aides, packaging components, and other materials
  • Support handling and disposition of GMP materials aligned with inventory and manufacturing needs
  • Review and approve quality records such as investigations, deviations, and commitments
  • Support compliance and inspection readiness activities
  • Support documentation lifecycle activities, including procedure administration and records management
  • Collaborate with OQ and business partners to ensure alignment with global procedures, internal quality standards, and regulatory requirements
  • Contribute to SOP development through authoring, review, and approval
  • Identify opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives
  • Maintain effective cross-functional partnerships
  • Ensure adherence to regulatory and internal compliance standards.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
  • Bachelor's degree with any years of experience, or an Associate's degree with 4 years of relevant experience, or a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 6 years of relevant experience
  • Experience in the pharmaceutical industry and Quality administered systems
  • Sound knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (part of GxP)
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment, both within one's own team and interdepartmental teams
  • Effective written and oral communication skills

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)
  • Experience at a manufacturing site.
  • Managing and writing deviations
  • Experience in production batch record review, Enterprise Resource Planning system, investigation of non-conformance, root cause analysis and change control management
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent time management and multitasking abilities
  • Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance

This is a 1st shift schedule position
Work Location Assignment: Hybrid
OTHER JOB DETAILS
Last Date to Apply for Job (Internal Candidates): July 10th, 2026
Last Date to Apply for Job (External Candidates): July 17th, 2026
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $68,600.00 to $114,300.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.
U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.
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EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree OR Associate's degree with 4 years relevant experience OR High school diploma with 6 years relevant experience
  • Experience in the pharmaceutical industry and quality-administered systems
  • Sound knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP/GMP)
  • Provide QA oversight and support for GMP operations, including material receipt, storage, disposition, and release
  • Support Global Material Review Panel (GMRP) processes, review and disposition activities
  • Review and approve quality records such as investigations, deviations, and commitments
  • Support compliance and inspection readiness activities and documentation lifecycle (SOP administration, records management)
  • Ability to work effectively in team and cross-functional environments
  • Effective written and oral communication skills
  • Experience at a manufacturing site
  • Managing and writing deviations
  • Production batch record review, ERP system experience, investigation of non-conformance, root cause analysis, change control management
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
  • Excellent time management and multitasking abilities
  • Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot

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Pfizer Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Multiple U.S. medical plan options include telehealth, comprehensive mental‑health support, fertility/family‑building benefits, transgender‑inclusive coverage, and certain Pfizer medications at no cost. A Wellbeing Wallet and wellness resources broaden the health and wellbeing offering.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company matching is paired with an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, alongside company‑paid life and disability insurance. One‑on‑one financial planning support is provided through Fidelity.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid time off spans vacation, holidays, and personal days, with additional caregiver and medical leave. U.S. parental leave commonly includes 12 weeks paid with options for additional unpaid bonding time and a return‑to‑work transition.

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