Director of Quality Assurance

2 weeks ago


Cork, Cork, Ireland CareerWise Recruitment Full time

Job Description

A Director of Quality Assurance is required by CareerWise Recruitment for our Galway based client. Recruiting for a seasoned Director of Quality Assurance, one who can take responsibility for the QP team, batch releases, IRs &CAPAs, i.e. they will focus on Quality Operations. This person will need to have Led Teams previously and be able to develop the capability within quality. They will need to be a confident decision maker, as well as comfortable with dealing with Regulatory Authorities for audits and presenting to senior leadership above country. You will be responsible to lead and oversee two critical functions within the Quality Assurance (QA) organization: the Batch Release Team and the Investigations & Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) Team. Critical to being successful in this role is it is on-site and Sterile Manufacturing experience

Role of this position

Provide strategic and operational leadership to the Batch Release and Investigations/CAPA teams, aligning with corporate objectives and global regulatory standards (FDA, HPRA, DERKA, etc.).Manage the teams activities and develop strong decision makers and mentor site, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and quality excellence. Direct quality oversight of product release processes, change control, CAPA, deviation management, and risk assessments.Oversee the implementation and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS), serve as a senior Quality Approver.Lead inspections and audits by regulatory authorities and ensure audit readiness at all times.Manage self-inspection programs, to proactively drive continuous improvement initiatives in QA systems and processes.Ensure robust documentation control, including management of batch records, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality manualsCollaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality Control, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain and Global verticals to ensure cohesive quality operations.Monitor, analyze, and report quality metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to senior leadership, driving data-informed decision-making.Lead, mentor, and develop the Quality Assurance (QA) team to support a high-performance and continuous improvement culture.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Bachelors of Science (Pharmacy, Chemistry, Microbiology or related field), Advanced degree (M.S., Ph.D., MBA) preferred.Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of Annex I, US, and EMA GMP regulations, with practical experience in regulatory audits.Aseptic manufacturing expertise, proven experience in contamination control strategiesMinimum 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry with a strong understanding of sterile drug manufacture and cGMP requirementsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple strategic and operational priorities in a fast paced environmentStrong problem solving and critical thinking skillsExcellent communication, writing, presentation and data organisation skillsDemonstrated interpersonal and leadership qualities

Please call Tom Devaney today for further information on 091-758771 or email: tdevaney@careerwise.ie

CareerWise Recruitment (In Search of Excellence) Established in 1999, CareerWise Recruitment specialises in recruitment of management and technical professionals for the life sciences, ICT, engineering, food and agri sectors. We operate out of multiple locations in Ireland and have offices in Cork, Shannon, Galway, Mayo and Dublin. By applying for this position, you are consenting to allow CareerWise Recruitment to process and retain your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy, contained on our website for the purposes of providing career opportunities. CareerWise Recruitment accepts that you do not wish your personal data, including your CV, to be forwarded to any client company without your prior consent and gives an absolute assurance that this wish will always be respected. Please feel free to contact us if you have any queries or wish to withdraw or amend your consent.



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