JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION: Co-Op Internship – Quality DEPARTMENT: NorthStar Healthcare Quality Department REPORTING TO: Quality Control Snr ManagerLOCATION: NorthStar Healthcare, Cork Airport Business Park, Cork COMPANY OVERVIEW: (NYSE: MCK) is one of the biggest companies in the world, with revenues of $207 billion in 2017.
McKesson is ranked 6th on the 2018 Fortune 500 list.
McKesson was founded in 1833, and currently has 78,000+ employees globally.
McKesson is an industry leader in:Pharmaceutical distribution in North America and EuropeMedical-surgical distribution to alternate care sitesGenerics pharmaceutical distributionBusiness and clinical services for providersHealthcare technology solutions.Based in Cork, Ireland, is a leading international supplier of generic pharmaceutical drugs and a wholly owned subsidiary of McKesson Corporation.
NorthStar products are manufactured at established facilities that are registered with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
NorthStar manufacture generic drugs in an efficient and cost-effective manner to generate increased savings for its diverse customer base in North America.
In 2017, NorthStar we started supplying UK customers as part of a European business development strategy.
NorthStar customers include:Independent Retail Pharmacy Owners across North AmericaHospitalsLong-Term Care PharmaciesNational Retail Chains in North AmericaMcKesson Owned Pharmacies in North America and Europe.The NorthStar generics portfolio is broad and continues to meet the wide-ranging, ever-growing needs of its customers.
Since launching its first drug in September 2007, NorthStar have grown to become a significant growth driver for McKesson and its global sourcing strategy.THE ROLE:The NorthStar Quality Department Co-Op student will play a key role in supporting the Quality Control team achieve their business goals.
NorthStar will support this individual during their internship so that they develop key skills and experience that that will set them up for success in their future career.
Supporting the broader organization, the individual will interact with NorthStar personnel in Cork, London and Memphis offices as well key McKesson private labels suppliers.
The successful candidate will get the opportunity to sample all aspects of NorthStar's quality organisation with full training provided, along with varied desk based and project work.
The successful candidate will have an opportunity to participate in laboratory testing.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Assist team members to liaise effectively with internal departments and external suppliers to support Quality Control processesSupport the launch of several new products in the US by being involved in pre-commercial Quality activities, including receipt and review of technical dataEnsure private label compliance to quality standards prior to acceptance and release for shipment or distribution by:Reviewing batch documentation to enable product releaseMaintaining QC records and supporting documentationMonitoring of FDA guidance to support compliance to current requirements Support private label laboratory testing and stability programme by: Tracking and recording stability data via eSTAR software systemAssisting in laboratory HPLC Method development Participate in the preparation of supplier scorecards and site metricsProvide quality oversight of manufacturing suppliers by supporting deviation reviewAssist in the drafting and management of quality documents, such as Standard Operating Procedures and Work InstructionsProvide operational support to team members by assisting with ad hoc quality support activities as required.
(The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job.
They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties.
Additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required, by management.
)REQUIREMENTS: 3rd year science student (Chemistry/Biology) course with some exposure to Laboratory instrumentation.Knowledge and SkillsStrong Interpersonal and Communication skillsProblem solving skillsAnalytical skillsAbility to work collaboratively as part of the Supply Chain and wider business teamEnthusiasm and willingness to learnExcellent attention to detail.Good administration skillsOrganised with prioritisation skills.Proficient in MS Office and willing to learn new systemsEnvironment/Physical Demands:General office environment.LaboratoryAt McKesson, we care about the well-being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people.
That's why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to supportphysical, mental, and financial well-being.
Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse employee population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves.
As part of Total Rewards, we are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson.
This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets.
The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations.
In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.Our Base Pay Range for this position€22,500 - €37,500