Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of the Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) departments.
- Ensure compliance with applicable FDA regulations (21 CFR Part 210/211, 820, etc.), ISO standards, and internal SOPs.
- Lead and manage audits and inspections by the FDA, ISO registrars, and customers.
- Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s Quality Management System (QMS).
- Review and approve deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and nonconformance reports.
- Monitor key quality metrics (e.g., batch failures, complaints, audit findings) and present trends to senior leadership.
- Oversee validation and qualification activities (e.g., equipment, process, cleaning, and software validation).
- Support training programs to ensure staff are fully trained on quality procedures and GMP requirements.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, R&D, supply chain, and regulatory affairs.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum 3 years of quality experience in an FDA-regulated manufacturing environment (e.g., pharmaceutical, medical device, biotech, or food).
- At least 3 years in a management or leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of cGMP, 21 CFR Part 210/211 or 820, and relevant FDA regulations.
- Experience with QMS implementation, regulatory inspections, and audit readiness.
- Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills (e.g., CAPA, FMEA, 5 Whys).