Planning & Scheduling Specialist

MSD

Quality-focused professional managing technical support and quality-related activities in GMP-regulated environment. Supporting investigations, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives across functions.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRahway • New Jersey, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $87,300 - $137,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in deviation management, change control, and CAPA implementation within GMP-regulated environments. Proficient in creating and maintaining SOPs and conducting quality risk assessments to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.

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Deviation ManagementChange ControlCAPA ManagementGMP ComplianceQuality Risk Assessment

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Hard Skills

Calibration ActivitiesValidation ActivitiesQualification ActivitiesTechnical Problem-SolvingSOP Documentation

Soft Skills

Collaborative MindsetEffective Communication

Industry Keywords

Good Manufacturing ProcessPharmaceuticalBiotechnologyClinical ManufacturingEnvironmental Health & Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and coordinate deviation records, supporting timely investigations and effective CAPA implementation
Support and monitor change control activities to ensure compliant and efficient implementation of process and system changes
Create, maintain and improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Process (GMP) documentation that support robust and inspection-ready operations
Execute calibration, validation and qualification activities for equipment and systems in accordance with approved standards and procedures
Investigate technical issues, perform root-cause analyses and help implement sustainable corrective actions
Perform quality risk assessments to support sound decision-making and maintain a high level of compliance
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to support audits, inspections and ongoing readiness activities
Contribute to improvement projects that enhance compliance, system performance and operational efficiency
Support Environmental Health & Safety activities, including Management of Change, where applicable
Ensure accurate, complete and timely technical and quality documentation across assigned responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Pharmacy, or a related field preferred
Several years of experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or clinical manufacturing environment
Hands-on experience in deviation management, change control, CAPA management and SOP/documentation processes
Practical knowledge of calibration, validation and qualification activities for equipment and systems
Strong technical problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and make sound decisions within established procedures
Solid understanding of GMP requirements and quality risk management principles
A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across functions and with diverse stakeholders
Fluent in English, written and spoken; additional language skills are an advantage

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Professional development