Documentation and Logistics Specialist (FDA Regulated Industry)
Job Title: Documentation & Logistics Specialist (FDA Regulated Environment)
Location: North Carolina, USA (100% Onsite)
Employment Type: Contract (via ProQuality Network)
Start Date: Immediate availability preferred
Citizenship: Open to U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents (local candidates strongly preferred)
Position Summary
Our client, a global leader in the life sciences industry, is seeking an experienced Documentation & Logistics Specialist to support a start-up manufacturing facility in North Carolina. This is a 100% onsite contract opportunity offered through ProQuality Network, ideal for professionals who thrive in dynamic environments and possess extensive experience in documentation systems, controlled records, and material logistics within FDA-regulated settings.
The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of managing documentation workflows and logistical operations to support commissioning, qualification, and start-up (CQ&S) activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the control, review, issuance, and archival of GMP documentation in support of manufacturing and quality operations.
- Coordinate documentation workflows across departments including Quality Assurance, Engineering, Validation, and Supply Chain.
- Organize, track, and maintain records of batch documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), protocols, and reports.
- Support document lifecycle processes including revision control, approvals, and secure storage.
- Assist with inventory tracking, material movement, labeling, and coordination of supplies and equipment.
- Ensure compliance with cGMP, internal procedures, and regulatory expectations for document integrity and traceability.
- Facilitate timely receipt and distribution of controlled documents during commissioning and startup phases.
- Prepare documentation metrics and status reports for internal review and project tracking.
- Interact with cross-functional teams and support audits or inspections by maintaining documentation readiness.
- Perform equipment inspection, unpacking, and repacking in accordance with internal procedures and regulatory standards.
- Execute activities related to equipment deliveries, transport, tracking, and on-site staging, ensuring accuracy and traceability throughout each phase.
- Manage qualification-related documents, ensuring complete traceability and compliance with FDA requirements, including accurate entries into the Kneat system.
- Perform other administrative and documentation-related tasks as assigned to support site operational goals.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical field (e.g., Life Sciences, Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or related discipline).
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in documentation control and/or logistics within a GMP/FDA-regulated manufacturing environment (pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device industry).
- Strong working knowledge of document control practices, good documentation practices (GDP), and electronic documentation systems.
- Experience supporting facility startup or expansion projects preferred.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.
- Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with electronic documentation systems (e.g., Veeva, MasterControl, TrackWise).
- Experience with ERP systems for logistics and material movement.
- Understanding of commissioning and qualification (C&Q) documentation.
- Prior experience working in a start-up or greenfield facility.
This is a contract role with ProQuality Network. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the job description link and submit an updated resume for consideration.
