A Quality Assurance Manager focuses on prevention of mistakes and defects in manufacturing products. Develops procedures to ensure that quality standards are maintained. Manages all steps related to quality assurance as part of the quality management strategy of a company. May involve leadership of a team of quality assurance supervisors, specialists, and other associated staff members.
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POSITION TITLE / LOCATION
Quality Assurance Manager, Salisbury, MA
JOB CLASSIFICATION
Exempt
POSITION REPORTS TO
Director of Quality & Regulatory Assurance
POSITION OVERVIEW
The individual in this position will be part of a dynamic team with a proven track record of inventing, developing, and commercializing FDA registered medical devices. In this role the individual will interact with all functional areas of Ovik Health at our Mayflower Plant in Salisbury, MA. The associate will oversee the following as well as other duties as requested:
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Quality Systems Develop, implement, communicate and maintain effectiveness of a quality system that is in compliance with FDA QSR and
ISO 13485
standards Liaison with
ISO 13485
registrar to ensure activities are completed in order to maintain
ISO 13485
registration Manage and maintain the quality inspection and product release programs for a) incoming raw materials, b) in-process materials, c) components and d) finished goods Set quality assurance objectives for the review and approval of Top Management and ensure that targets are achieved Establish and maintain appropriate controls and documentation procedures Participate in new product development activities to ensure proper quality assurance and control plans can be implemented prior to beginning manufacturing Support an effective supplier quality assurance system while ensuring supplier corrective actions are timely and effective Implement new inspection, measurement and testing systems for quality monitoring and improvement Track and report significant quality deviations Develop and maintain an effective quality systems training program for all appropriate business associates Manage all audit activities including internal, external, supplier, and FDA audits. Conduct Management Reviews on a regular basis for location of responsibility
Review and approve SPIs Develop, edit, review and approve validation protocols and reports. Provide employee development opportunities for direct reports
Act as Management Representative for location of responsibility
Own CAPA, NC, and Complaint programs for location of responsibility
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Strong verbal and written communications skills 4+ years Quality Assurance experience including 2 + years of supervisory leadership
ISO and FDA Quality systems knowledge
Bachelor's Degree in Science or Management preferred
Medical Device manufacturing desirable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Six Sigma Certification
ISO 13485
2016
ISO 19011:2018 PERSONAL
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT USED
Safety Eyewear Steel Toe Safety Shoes
Hairnet Cut resistant gloves, chemical gloves, etc. as needed
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION
Standing:
Ability to stand while working: 60% of day
Sitting:
Ability to sit down: 40% of day
Moving:
Ability to move throughout plant: 100% of day
Lifting:
Ability to lift to 25 lbs.: 100% of day
Ascending/Descending:
Ability to walk upstairs, climb to top of range (approx. 16 ft): 50% of day.
Push/Pull/Reach:
Ability to push/pull/reach: 5% of day
Bending:
Ability to pick up objects from the floor 25% of day
Visual Acuity:
Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens. : 100% of day
Cognitive:
Alert. Able to make decisions, reason, and understand information. : 100% of day
WORK ENVIRONMENT/SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION
This job operates in a manufacturing facility. This position is a safety-sensitive position and occasionally works around moving mechanical parts and powered industrial vehicles. Noise level can be medium to loud. Temperatures can vary depending upon the time of year and outside impacts.
Pay Transparency:
The salary range for this position is $91,500.00 to $135,000.00; the exact range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and budget. Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
To request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact TalentAcquisition@milliken.com.