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Quality Systems Associate I

Department: Quality

Location: Centennial, CO 80112

Employment Type: Full-Time, PRN

Compensation: $25-30 DOE

Join Our Team as a Quality Systems Associate at VPI Compounding Pharmacy!
VPI Compounding Pharmacy is at the forefront of pharmaceutical excellence and is seeking a detail-oriented, ambitious Quality Systems Associate to join our Quality team. You'll work across departments to support quality systems, compliance, and documentation, gaining hands-on experience in a role critical to patient safety and product quality. If you're curious, detail-oriented, and ready to make an impact, this is your opportunity to grow with a company shaping the future of pharmaceutical care!
Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance

• Support adherence to USP <795>, <797>, <800>, and FDA compounding regulations.
• Help prepare for audits and inspections

Quality System Support

• Assist with maintaining SOPs, change controls, deviations, and CAPAs.
• Help track and organize training documentation.

Training & Documentation

• Support technician training and competency checks.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date quality records.

Data & Reporting

• Collect and report basic quality metrics and trends.
• Participate in improvement initiatives and cross-team projects
  

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (science, technology, engineering, mathematics).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Preferred:

• Experience in quality assurance or a related field in pharmaceuticals or healthcare.
• Familiarity with compounding pharmacy standards and quality documentation.
• 2+ years of experience in biotechnology, microbiology, biochemistry, or other scientific disciplines.
• Experience supporting audits or working within regulated environments.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to walk, stand, and move between departments for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Requires extended periods of computer work and document review.
• Occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required.
• Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including lab coats, gloves, and masks when in cleanroom or sterile areas.

Benefits:

• Company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid holidays, Floating holidays, and PTO
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement Programs
• RTD EcoPass
• Opportunities for growth and advancement in a supportive and professional environment

Equal Opportunity Employer:

VPI Compounding Pharmacy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all qualified persons employed by or seeking employment with VPI, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or non-job-related handicaps. This policy extends to all areas of employment, including recruitment, job assignment, promotion, and other terms of employment.