Senior Quality Assurance Manager - BioScience

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**** THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING:
*** The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.
*** Step Into a High-Impact Role in Quality Assurance!
**** full-time role reporting to the Head of Quality**—a position that sits at the heart of our mission to deliver products that meet the highest global standards.

As a
** Quality Assurance leader**, you’ll be on the front lines of
** enforcing current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
** and safeguarding the
** integrity of our quality management systems**. You won’t just be checking boxes—you’ll be shaping the standards that ensure our FDA-registered facility operates with unmatched precision and compliance.

Your oversight will be critical to the
** manufacture of high-quality Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs)
** and
** medical device components**, all in accordance with
** 21 CFR Parts 210/211**,
** ICH Q7**,
** ISO 22442**, and
** EU regulatory guidelines**. You’ll own system controls, uphold procedural excellence, and be a key driver of continuous improvement and operational readiness.

If you're passionate about compliance, thrive in a fast-paced regulated environment, and are ready to lead with confidence—this is the opportunity for you.
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* WHAT YOU’LL DO:

*** The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
*** Quality Assurance Leadership
*** Lead and manage the QA team to ensure full compliance with
** cGMP
* * standards and adherence to internal
** SOPs**.
* Provide strategic direction and decision-making on all
** quality-related matters**, acting as a go-to leader during escalations.
* Champion a culture of
** quality-first thinking**, driving operational excellence across departments.
** Process Development & Continuous Improvement
*** Collaborate in the
** design, development, and refinement
** of quality systems, procedures, and product processes.
* Drive
** continuous improvement initiatives
** across QA operations to streamline workflows and elevate product quality.
* Coordinate with Regulatory Affairs to assess the impact of
** critical change control activities
** on customer satisfaction and compliance.
** Data Management & Reporting
*** Ensure accurate
** recordkeeping, archival, and retrieval
** of all QA-related data, supporting traceability and audit-readiness.
* Compile and present
** quality metrics
** and
** key performance indicators (KPIs)
** to senior management for informed decision-making.
* Assist in preparation and presentation of the
** Annual Product Review
** to the
** Quality Review Board**.
** Regulatory Compliance & Inspection Readiness
*** Maintain the facility in a
** constant state of readiness
** for FDA, EU, and other regulatory inspections.
* Actively participate in
** internal audits**,
** customer audits**, and
** regulatory inspections**, demonstrating a deep understanding of applicable standards.
* Stay current with evolving
** FDA, EU, and ICH regulations**, ensuring company procedures remain aligned with global expectations.
** Quality Systems Oversight
*** Oversee and safeguard company
** Quality Management System (QMS)
** records to ensure accuracy, security, and compliance.
* Ensure timely and thorough investigations of
** OOS (Out of Specification)
** results,
** CAPAs**,
** complaints**, and
** deviations**, all in accordance with FDA guidelines.
* Collaborate cross-functionally to support the
** validation of company processes**,
** test methods**, and
** computerized systems**.
** Skills & Competencies**
*…