McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

McKesson Corporation (NYSE: MCK) is one of the biggest companies in the world, with revenues of $207 billion in 2017.  McKesson was founded in 1833, and currently has 78,000+ employees globally.  McKesson is an industry leader in:

• Pharmaceutical distribution in North America and Europe
• Medical-surgical distribution to alternate care sites
• Generics pharmaceutical distribution
• Business and clinical services for providers
• Healthcare technology solutions.

Based in Cork, Ireland, NorthStar Healthcare 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 America
• Hospitals
• Long-Term Care Pharmacies
• National Retail Chains in North America
• McKesson 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 McKesson Private Label Quality Compliance intern will play a key role in supporting the Quality compliance department achieve their business goals.  McKesson Private Label 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.

This role is an important position within the McKesson Private Label Quality organisation in Cork.  The successful candidate will get the opportunity to sample all aspects of McKesson Private Label Quality organisation with full training provided, along with varied desk based and project work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support key quality projects to drive process optimization
• Optimise the product complaint process and implement improvements
• Assist in the drafting and management of quality documents e.g. SOP’s, specifications and validation protocols/reports
• Work within the Quality organization to support product complaint activities
• Provide quality oversight of manufacturing suppliers by supporting deviation review
• Involved in continuous improvement projects that impact quality operations
  • Data analytics
  • QMS system integration
• Report reconciliation and monthly metrics
• Daily operation of the Medical information enquiry
• Provide operational support to team members 

REQUIREMENTS:  

3rd year science student (Chemistry/Biology) course with exposure to Laboratory instrumentation.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong Interpersonal and Communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of the Supply Chain and wider business team
• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good administration skills
• Organised with prioritisation skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and willing to learn new systems

Environment/Physical Demands:

• General office environment.
• Laboratory

At 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 support physical, 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