Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist / Manager (Depending on Experience)

Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist / Manager

Precision Fermentation | Pharmaceutical & Food Ingredients

About Plumino

Plumino Precision Fermentation Europe GmbH is the European subsidiary of Plum Group, a global biotechnology company specializing in precision fermentation, amino acids, and life science ingredients.

Headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany, the company supports customers across Europe through quality management, regulatory compliance, sales, supply chain coordination and technical services.

Following the acquisition of Kyowa Hakko Bio's fermentation business in 2024, Plumino has significantly expanded its global biotechnology manufacturing capabilities. Together with operations in Germany, the United States, Japan, Singapore and China, Plumino supplies high-quality ingredients to the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food and biotechnology industries.

We are committed to innovation, quality and sustainable biotechnology solutions.

Our Products

Our products are widely used in

• Pharmaceutical APIs
• Pharmaceutical Excipients
• Cell Culture Media
• Foods for Special Medical Purposes (FSMP)
• Nutritional Ingredients
• Cosmetic Raw Materials

Our Global Presence

Plumino operates internationally through production and commercial facilities in

• Germany
• United States
• Japan
• China

Our European headquarters is located in Düsseldorf.

Position Overview

We are looking for a motivated Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist / Manager to join our European Quality team.

Depending on experience, the successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and continuously improving our Quality Management System while supporting pharmaceutical and food ingredient business activities across Europe.

This position offers excellent opportunities to work in an international environment and collaborate closely with global Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing and Commercial teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS)
• Prepare, review and approve quality documentation including SOPs, specifications and quality agreements
• Manage deviations, CAPA, change controls and risk assessments
• Support supplier qualification and customer quality requests
• Coordinate internal audits, supplier audits and regulatory inspections
• Support GMP, GDP, ISO and food safety compliance where applicable
• Review customer complaints and coordinate investigations
• Collaborate with Regulatory Affairs, Sales and Supply Chain on quality-related matters
• Support new product introductions and technology transfer projects
• Ensure compliance with European pharmaceutical and food industry regulations

Qualifications

Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in one of the following disciplines:

• Pharmacy
• Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Biotechnology
• Food Science
• Life Sciences
• Chemical Engineering

Experience

For QA Specialist

• Experience in QA, QC or Regulatory Affairs is preferred
• Fresh graduates with relevant internships are also encouraged to apply

For QA Manager

• Several years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology or food ingredient quality management
• Experience with GMP quality systems is highly preferred
• Experience leading audits or managing quality projects is an advantage

Preferred Knowledge

Experience with one or more of the following:

• GMP
• GDP
• ISO 9001
• HACCP
• CAPA
• Change Control
• Internal Audits
• Pharmaceutical or Food Ingredient Quality Systems

Language Requirements

• German: Preferred

Employment

• Full-time
• Visa sponsorship available for qualified international candidates

Why Join Plumino?

At Plumino, you will have the opportunity to

Work in an international biotechnology company

Collaborate with colleagues across Europe, Asia and North America

Participate in global quality improvement initiatives

Gain exposure to pharmaceutical and food ingredient quality systems

Build your career in a rapidly growing biotechnology organization

Competitive salary and career development opportunities

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