Deviation Investigator

Deviation Investigator – Quality Assurance

Location: Greenville, NC

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Pay: Up: $40-50/hour , based on experience

Contract: 1-year contract with potential for temp-to-hire

Work Arrangement: Fully onsite

Interview: In-person

About the Opportunity

Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences is supporting a leading global life sciences organization with an opportunity for a Deviation Investigator to join its Quality team in Greenville, NC.

This is a strong opportunity for a quality professional who enjoys investigating deviations, identifying root causes, developing CAPAs, and working cross-functionally to maintain compliance in a regulated manufacturing environment .

The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail, technical writing and investigation skills, sound analytical judgment, and experience working within cGMP or another highly regulated environment .

What You’ll Do

Deviation Management & Investigation

• Identify, document, and manage deviations from SOPs, quality standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Conduct thorough investigations to determine root cause and contributing factors .

• Gather and evaluate relevant information, documentation, and data to support investigations.

• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Laboratory, and other cross-functional teams throughout the investigation process.

• Support the development and implementation of appropriate Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) .

• Monitor investigation activities to ensure timely and accurate completion.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate, complete, and well-organized records of deviations, investigations, and CAPAs.

• Prepare clear, concise investigation and deviation reports for management review.

• Ensure documentation meets established Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and quality requirements.

• Present investigation findings and recommendations to relevant stakeholders as needed.

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure deviation investigations are conducted in accordance with company procedures, quality standards, and applicable regulations.

• Support internal and external audits and inspections by providing appropriate documentation and investigation records.

• Apply knowledge of regulated manufacturing and quality systems to day-to-day investigation activities.

Continuous Improvement

• Review deviation data and trends to identify recurring issues and opportunities for improvement.

• Provide observations and recommendations that support quality and process improvements.

• Participate in quality and training initiatives to strengthen deviation-management practices.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working in a regulated industry or cGMP environment , such as pharmaceuticals, biologics, medical devices, manufacturing, engineering, or another highly controlled setting.

• Experience with deviation management, investigations, root-cause analysis, or CAPA is highly valued.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple investigations and priorities.

• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.

• Analytical and problem-solving ability with sound attention to evidence and detail.

• Working knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements and quality standards.

• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint .

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Medical/Healthcare, Quality Management, or a related field , with 2+ years of relevant experience.

• Experience in biologics, aseptic processing, or filling/isolator operations .

• Experience with electronic quality or documentation systems.

• Six Sigma certification or related continuous-improvement training.

• Familiarity with GMP and/or GLP .

• Experience supporting investigations within pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Up to $40/hour , based on experience

• 1-year contract with potential for temp-to-hire

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

• Fully onsite in Greenville, NC

• Opportunity to work within a global life sciences organization

• Hands-on exposure to deviation investigations, CAPA, quality systems, and regulated manufacturing

• Opportunity to collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and other technical teams

Work Environment

This is a fully onsite quality/manufacturing environment . Candidates should be comfortable working in a regulated facility and following applicable site safety, quality, PPE, and documentation requirements.

If you have experience investigating deviations and working within a regulated quality environment, we'd be happy to connect and discuss the opportunity.

Pay Details: $40.00 to $50.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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