Job ref: QACM30042026 Job type: Permanent Location: Newry Closing date: Thursday 14 May 2026 09:00 Job Overview QA Compliance Microbiologist required within our QA Cleanroom Compliance department. You will provide quality oversight to ensure adherence to all aspects of cleanroom behaviours, gowning, aseptic technique, cleaning & disinfection, transfer procedures and facility standards for classified cleanrooms in line with regulatory requirements. You will also support with training, evaluation and continuous improvement projects within our aseptic cleanrooms. Main Activities/Tasks Ensure alignment with best aseptic practices, standard operating procedures and GMP requirements. Participating in cleanroom inspections, promoting continuous improvement and compliance. Identifying and documenting all deficiencies found during inspections and support with assessing risk to product. Initiating and supporting remediation measures and investigations in response to inspections finding and environmental monitoring trends. Arrange & deliver initial training for personnel working in the classified cleanroom environment. Arrange & deliver periodic re-training in line with SOP & regulatory requirements and/or in response to environmental monitoring trends. Assisting in reviewing and compilation of Standard Operation Procedures and other technical documentation in line with current GMP and regulatory requirements. Support with selection and validation of new cleanroom cleaning, disinfectant, cleanroom consumable products e.g., mops, wipes, garments, stationary. Provide technical support for new and upgraded classified cleanroom facilities and cleanroom equipment. Support simplification & efficiency initiatives. Participate in customer and regulatory audits. Essential Criteria: Educated to at least Degree level or equivalent in a biological science or engineering field or have minimum 2 years' experience within a high-grade cleanroom environment. Excellent attention to detail and highly organised. Strong computer skills and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office with the ability to generate reports. Flexibility to work a shift pattern which may incorporate nights and/or weekends. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Desirable Criteria: Practical experience of good aseptic technique in a manufacturing cleanroom. A minimum of 1 years' experience in a training role. Prior experience of troubleshooting, performing investigations and preparing for regulatory inspections / customer audits. Good knowledge of cleanroom design; current good manufacturing practice; environmental monitoring requirements for aseptic processing facilities. Prior auditing experience. Duration: Full Time, Permanent This role will involve working a 3 shift pattern: Monday to Friday 6am-2pm Monday to Friday 2pm-10pm Sunday night to Friday morning 10pm-6am The first 8-12 weeks training will be Monday to Friday 9am-5pm Location: Newry Additional Information: This role will be based in a site that produces and handles penicillin, and as such, this role would not be suitable for those that have a penicillin allergy. Applicants should be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK at the time of their application. Applicants who are unable to provide this proof will not be considered. Benefits Free Life Assurance Company Pension - salary sacrifice scheme Healthcare cash plan 32 days annual leave Wedding Leave Company Sick Pay Company Maternity / Paternity Paid bereavement leave Cycle to Work Scheme Tech Purchase Scheme Employee Savings scheme Employee well-being initiatives Employee Assistance Programme On-site free parking Subsidised Canteen Facilities Employee Perks scheme Employee Recognition scheme Career development opportunities To Apply Please forward your CV via the APPLY Now button below.