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Quality Assurance Associate - Fixed Term Contract (12 months)

Eli Lilly

Quality Assurance Associate - Fixed Term Contract (12 months)

full-timePosted: Sep 1, 2026Sesto Fiorentino, Italy

Job Description

At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us. Are you ready to play a key role in ensuring the quality and compliance of cutting-edge pharmaceutical manufacturing operations?We are looking for a QA Associate to join our Quality team at the Eli Lilly Italia Manufacturing Site in Sesto Fiorentino.As a QA Associate, you will serve as the primary Quality contact within the Filling Cartridges Process Team, acting as a trusted partner to cross-functional teams and a key point of escalation for quality matters.What You'll DoEnsure consistent application of cGMP standards and Eli Lilly quality requirements across the areaServe as the accountable escalation point for quality issues arising in the production areaSupport preparation for Regulatory inspections and contribute to the site self-inspection programInvestigate deviations in the Cartridge area and perform Quality Assessments in Veeva QMSReview and approve qualification protocols and proceduresAct as Media Fill observer and approve work orders where applicableActively contribute to site Quality Systems and Quality Culture initiativesWhat We're Looking ForMaster's Degree in a Scientific discipline1-2 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry operationsBasic knowledge of current GMPs, pharmaceutical legislation, and regulatory requirementsGood command of English (minimum B2 CEFR level)Strong communication and influencing skillsCollaborative mindset with a pragmatic, compliance-oriented approachLilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.Lilly does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is €36,370 - €74,580Full-time equivalent employees may also be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a pension plan; vacation benefits; eligibility for healthcare benefits; flexible benefits (if applicable) life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.#WeAreLilly

Locations

  • Sesto Fiorentino, Italy

Skills Required

  • pharmaceutical industry operationsintermediate
  • current GMPsintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in a Scientific discipline (degree in a scientific discipline)
  • 1-2 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry operations (experience, 2 years)
  • Basic knowledge of current GMPs, pharmaceutical legislation, and regulatory requirements (experience)
  • Good command of English (minimum B2 CEFR level) (experience)
  • Strong communication and influencing skills (experience)
  • Collaborative mindset with a pragmatic, compliance-oriented approach (experience)
  • Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Ensure consistent application of cGMP standards and Eli Lilly quality requirements across the area
  • Serve as the accountable escalation point for quality issues arising in the production area
  • Support preparation for Regulatory inspections and contribute to the site self-inspection program
  • Investigate deviations in the Cartridge area and perform Quality Assessments in Veeva QMS
  • Review and approve qualification protocols and procedures
  • Act as Media Fill observer and approve work orders where applicable
  • Actively contribute to site Quality Systems and Quality Culture initiatives

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