Host and manage client audits, regulatory inspections, internal audits, and supplier assurance.
Handle all associated responsibilities in compliance with Fujifilm quality policies and site SOPs to ensure regulatory compliance.
Report to Director, Quality Assurance Compliance.
Mentor and provide direction to the QA compliance organization; develop, motivate and lead direct reports towards organizational and individual goals.
Work collaboratively with management of other site functions to instill a ‘Quality Culture’ by coaching in the application of GMP Principles.
Provide QA leadership and support in conducting audits and hosting audits/inspections.
Support client due diligence, Quality audits and regulatory inspections to enable new business growth.
Work with Quality management to implement quality systems enabling cGMP manufacturing of pre-clinical to commercial products.
Manage and report all aspects of a fully functional GxP-QA audit program for clinical and commercial CDMO.
Manage external and internal Audit Programs; prepare for audits, conduct internal audits, host client audits, and coordinate responses to client audits and regulatory inspections.
Ensure supporting documentation, tracking and verification of CAPA commitment implementation.
Provide and manage metrics and implementation tracking of corrective and preventive actions following audits and inspections.
Support Global Supplier Assurance and represent the Texas site in joint audits.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Master’s degree with 5+ years’ industry experience in a GMP/GxP, or a comparable federally regulated environment.
Bachelor’s degree 7+ years’ industry experience in a GMP/GxP, or a comparable federally regulated environment.
4+ years of experience in supervisory or managerial role.
Experience with direct dealings with the FDA, MHRA and other European or world-wide regulatory agencies.
Certified Quality Auditor preferred.
Degree in Biology, Chemistry or Engineering preferred.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent organizational, analytical, data review and report writing skills.
Ability to set personal performance goals and provide input to departmental objectives.
Develop staff to maximize contributions to the team and the company.
Ability to multitask and easily prioritize work.
Ability to work independently with little supervision.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
All candidates must have a working knowledge of cGMP regulations for the production of drug, biologics or vaccine products.
Must be willing to work flexible hours.
Ability to work weekends and off-shift hours, as needed to support manufacturing activities.
Must be willing to travel occasionally, as needed.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment including but not limited to safety glasses, lab coat, gloves, specialized clothing including laboratory scrubs (pants and shirt), cleanroom (ISO 8 to ISO 5) gowning material and appropriate shoes required in most areas associated with this position.
Lifting up to 25 pounds on occasion.
Use hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment is required.