VP – Quality

VP – Quality

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or related experience in medical device, OTC pharmaceutical or cosmetic manufacturing
• At least 10 years of QA related experience in a regulated business environment (i.e., Medical Device, OTC drugs, Cosmetics)
• At least 7 years of experience managing people, including hiring, developing, motivating and directing people as they work.
• Willing to travel up to 50% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state)
• Intermediate skill level in relevant computer programs
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance practices in regulated industry (Device, Pharma, Personal Care or Food)

Responsibilities

• Oversee, lead and set strategic direction for the assigned divisions’ QA functions.
• Work with and coordinate with Corporate Quality as well as with division leadership to assure adherence to US FDA, EU MDR and other applicable requirements/cGMP’s.
• Develop and mentor staff through on-boarding, open communication, training and development opportunities and performance management processes; build and maintain employee morale and motivation; ensure the team is appropriately staffed with required competencies.
• Facilitate communication between Quality Assurance Directors, Managers and Specialists and their respective divisional personnel.
• Direct quality efforts for new product development, new supplier qualification. Assure appropriate communications between all related functions, assure project timelines and objectives are met.
• Develop training programs, approve process and procedural changes.
• Ensure proper systems are in place to facilitate a smooth and efficient process for new products and services.
• Assure all internal and external customers receive outstanding service from department. Travel as necessary to facilitate communications with external customers and vendors. (10% travel minimum)

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.