Deviation Management Specialist

JSG is recruiting for a Deviation Management Specialist – I (Assistant) in Lansdale, PA. You’ll provide on-production-floor technical/scientific support, lead manufacturing and laboratory investigations, and apply sound scientific/engineering principles to troubleshoot issues and strengthen processes across manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Resolve and reduce process deviations through thorough investigation and follow-through.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for atypical manufacturing events.
• Lead manufacturing and laboratory investigations, including root cause analysis.
• Provide technical/scientific support on the production floor for manufacturing areas.
• Troubleshoot laboratory test failures and manufacturing atypical events.
• Analyze complex problems using critical thinking, including designing/executing laboratory or pilot-scale experiments when needed.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams supporting aseptic manufacturing, testing, planning, and release.

Must‐Have Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in an appropriate engineering/scientific field.
• 0–3 years of experience in a cGMP environment (pharma/biotech), including academic/internship experience.
• Experience writing investigations that include root cause analysis and CAPA development.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma methodologies and strong analytical/problem-solving skills.
• Strong technical/scientific writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Nice‐to‐Have

• Experience troubleshooting and root cause analysis of manufacturing events or lab test failures.
• Knowledge of aseptic manufacturing processes.
• Manufacturing/technical operations internship or co-op experience.

Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG) is a North American leader in the staffing and consulting services industry, with over 40 years of experience investing in people and companies. We can be found locally in more than 30 offices throughout the United States and Canada. JSG continues to work diligently to offer our clients and candidates world-class service and diversified offerings to fit their evolving needs.

We offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, paid time off, 401(k), weekly pay, and more.

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.