Site Compliance Quality Head

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Site Compliance Quality Head for a FULL-TIME assignment with one of our premier Pharmaceutical Services clients in Billerica, MA.

Responsibilities:

• Implement and manage the records in electronic Quality Systems, such as QMS, EDMS, and LMS, etc. providing procedures and training for employees to effectively use the electronic Quality Systems
• Supervise the QA Documentation department in the creation, issuance, maintenance, archiving, and storage of cGMP and cGXP controlled documentation and records
• Manage electronic document processing, retrieval, and distribution systems (EDMS), electronic learning management system (LMS), electronic Quality Management System (TrackWise), etc.
• Administer document and system access rights and revision control to ensure security of system and integrity of master documents
• Lead Monthly Quality Review Board (QRB) meetings, Quality Investigation Board (QIB)
• Supervise the creation of an annual training calendar and other training initiatives at the site
• Provide expertise and input to other functional areas affecting controlled documents and records
• Assist with FDA and other compliance audits including corporate audits and vendor audits.
• Facilitate and follow up with stakeholders with regard to responses to audit observations
• Prepare annual internal audit schedule and perform execution of the same.
• Oversee site vendor management program including performing annual vendor risk assessment
• Oversee harmonization efforts between corporate and plant Quality procedures and policies
• Provide QA review of Annual Product Reviews (APRs) to identify trends and recommend CAPA as needed
• Provide QA review of quality events such as unplanned/planned deviations and change controls
• Participate in investigation team efforts to determine root cause for critical quality events and recommend appropriate CAPA
• Develop presentation materials for upper management to disseminate on the topics of quality issues, QMS
• initiatives, and related projects
• Participate in Regional Quality related projects and initiatives, acting as a point of contact with corporate activities and projects.
• Issuance of Quality Alerts, coordinate with Corporate Quality team for FAR/Recall as per procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills:

• BS in chemistry or related scientific field
• Minimum ten (10) years of related experience in pharmaceutical (manufacturing) environment, biotech industry, Quality Assurance, Quality Control and/or production, or FDA regulated industry.
• Strong working knowledge of a Quality Management System (QMS) and adherence to 21 CFR Parts 210, 211;
• Superior internal and external customer service/people skills
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and training projects in a fast-paced environment, in an efficient manner
• Ability to present self in a professional, credible manner and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
• Ability to prioritize and organize own work, multi-task, meet deadlines and keep commitments
• Experience in developing and managing various types of training initiatives expected
• Excellent administrative & organization skills
• Strong presentation and MS Power Point Skills
• Positive attitude; values others and works well independently and in a team environment
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Works under minimal supervision following established procedures along with own judgment.
• Expert knowledge of electronically based Quality Systems
• Working knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical device documentation and change controls
• Experience with continuous improvement programs and project management skills
• Working knowledge of applicable domestic and international standards and regulations

Preferred Skills:

• Aseptic drug manufacturing experience a plus

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

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