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Director, Quality Operations

AT Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Director, Quality Operations

St. Louis, MO

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

• Provide leadership to assigned staff by performing the following: leading organizational change; building effective teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals; driving engagement and crafting a climate where staff is motivated to do their best.

• Ensure the successful day-to-day operations of Quality Assurance - Operations departments including the Product Quality Leads, QA on the Floor, and Batch Disposition teams.

• Facilitate the timely review of batch records, SOPs, investigations, corrective actions, change controls, technical documents, and the adherence to Quality Agreements.

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• Establish meaningful goals and metrics for groups in conjunction with the Site Head of Quality.

• Work with customers to ensure clear and open communication is maintained when intermediate levels of partner concern are required by the QA staff.

• Present priorities and distribute work assignments. Ensure that all work performed by staff is performed safely, with quality, and in a timely, manner.

• Lead and ensure group participation in continuous improvement projects throughout the group and the facility/operational portions of the organization.

• Lead, run and/or participate in the investigation of non-conformances and follow-up corrective/preventative actions in compliance with quality procedures, policies and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific subject area

• 10+ years in a GMP environment

• 4+ years of prior successful experience in a Manager role is required.

• Performing in a contract manufacturing environment or leading contract businesses

• Knowledge of FDA/EMA regulatory requirements applicable to biologics or pharmaceuticals. Ability to apply GMP regulations and other international guidelines to all aspects of the position.

• Technical knowledge of (bio)pharmaceutical manufacturing, validation, raw materials, analytical testing, and materials management is desirable

• Strong interpersonal and communications skills; written and oral, and a validated ability to make key decisions.

• Proficient with computer (MS Office) and internet skills. Understanding of controlled documentation and data systems.

• Continuous improvement mentality.

• Assurance of quality throughout all operations within the facility. The ability to constructively work with colleagues when a Quality concern conflicts with short-term business desires to conclude the issue at hand to the best business advantage (both short- and long-term) without sacrificing the quality of work or the Quality Culture at the facility.

• Ability to build and maintain highly functioning teams, cohesive, targeting for common and individual goals, in a positive atmosphere for all employees. Able to coach and mentor more junior employees to success.

• Actively takes the lead in ensuring GMP compliance for the company. Sets strategy in investigations and CAPAs.

• Communicates with contractors and internal manufacturing/technical groups regarding compliance and quality issues (i.e., batch documentation, investigations, timelines and data related issues).

Client-provided location(s): St. Louis, MO, USA
Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01286925
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program