QA Supervisor, Product Release

QA Supervisor, Product Release

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As a global leader in animal health, Ceva Animal Health believes our success is linked to the passionate people researching, developing , producing and supplying innovative health solutions for all animals, which contributes to the future of our diverse planet.

We are committed to ensuring the highest possible level of care and well-being for farm animals (poultry, pigs, ruminants), companion animals (dogs and cats) and wildlife.

Indeed, Our “Together, Beyond Animal Health” vision emphasizes that the health and wellbeing of people, animals and our planet are totally interlinked. More than ever, Ceva is committed to a "One Health" approach.

As part of our “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” policy, Ceva Animal Health is committed to the employment of people with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants. To request an accommodation, please contact a member of the Ceva Talent Acquisition team.

Location:

Lenexa, KS

The QA Supervisor, Product Release is responsible for supervising and coordinating product release activities for Animal Health Biological vaccines, including documentation review, labeling verification, warehouse release operations, and final product disposition. This role ensures that product release processes are executed in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including USDA regulations, 9 CFR, other international requirements, and internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

The position provides day-to-day supervision of Product Release personnel and supports the timely review and approval of production, laboratory, and quality documentation to facilitate compliant product release and submission of serials to the USDA. The QA Supervisor also oversees warehouse-related quality activities to ensure products are appropriately released, controlled, and distributed in accordance with established quality and regulatory requirements.

Working closely with Manufacturing, Quality Control, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, and Warehouse Operations, the QA Supervisor supports the resolution of quality issues, promotes continuous improvement, and helps maintain inspection readiness and continuity of supply.

Through effective supervision, technical expertise, and a risk-based quality approach, this role contributes to product quality, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and the reliable supply of products to customers.

• Supervise and support Product Release personnel, promoting a collaborative, compliant, and quality-focused work environment.
• Coordinate daily product release activities to ensure timely and compliant reviews, disposition, and release of materials and finished products.
• Review and support the accurate and timely submission of serials to the USDA in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Perform and supervise the review of batch records, production documentation, and quality records to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established procedures.
• Support the investigation of deviations, discrepancies, and quality events, ensuring appropriate documentation and timely resolution to facilitate product release decisions.
• Maintain accurate material status and data integrity within quality and inventory management systems, including JD Edwards (JDE).
• Review and approve Certificates of Analysis and other product release documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Quality Control, Supply Chain, and other stakeholders to ensure all release requirements are satisfied prior to product disposition.
• Supervise warehouse release activities, including review and approval of product shipments, maintenance of product status, and compliance with Good Distribution Practices (GDP), cold chain requirements, and export documentation requirements.
• Monitor product release metrics, identify process…