Manager, QA Operations

Maravai LifeSciences • Jupiter, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Maravai LifeSciences is seeking a Manager, QA Operations to join our Quality Assurance team. The Manager, QA Operations is responsible for the implementation of policies and procedures to ensure adherence to production quality standards and oversight of the Company’s electronic ISO 13485:2016 Quality Management System. The Quality Assurance Manager is expected to ensure compliance with operational, statutory, and regulatory requirements in support of the Company’s business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science, Biology, Chemistry or Pharmaceutical or related discipline
• 3-5 years of managerial experience in non-academic biotechnology related industry
• 1-3 years of supervisory experience
• Proven experience with: ISO 13485 certification, federal regulations 21 CFR 820 and 21 CFR Part 11
• Industry experience in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment is preferred
• Thorough knowledge of analytical testing industry standards and quality assurance methodologies
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated scientific “problem solving” skills, translated into consultative selling process where the “win” is for both the client and the company
• Ability to participate with others as a member of the team to ensure that demanding and difficult projects are handled smoothly and cooperatively to enhance success of project and maintain strong relationships within all parts of company
• Proven ability to thrive in a start-up/change oriented environment
• Great attention to detail and results driven approach
• Self-starter with ability to organize and prioritize a diverse set of responsibilities to ensure that focus on growth and success of company is achieved
• Proven coaching, mentoring, team building and leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Manage Quality Assurance department day to day operations, including implementing training and performance management activities for direct reports
• Implement and periodically evaluate documentation and policies to ensure continuous compliance to the quality, integrity, and efficiency standards set by the organization, the ISO 13485:2016 standard, and other statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with management to identify and fill documentation and process gaps to maintain QMS compliance and address CAPAs, NCs, and audit findings
• Author and maintain quality documentation, oversee timely reviews of all work instructions associated with production and quality control activities
• Support Quality Control with customer complaints and Out of Specification (OOS) investigations
• Actively participate on core teams and provide deliverables from QA on quality processes and documentation practices from production through testing and shipment
• Implement and track metrics to monitor performance associated with Quality management
• Identify and implement efficiency improvement initiatives in support of Continuous Improvement
• Facilitate proactive solutions by collecting and analyzing quality data
• Manage Internal Audit Program
• Perform other functions and duties as assigned

Benefits

• Opportunity to change, improve, and save lives around the world.
• Opportunity to be a part owner of Maravai through RSU grants and optional employee stock purchase plans.
• Comprehensive medical plans and HSA/FSA options.
• Fertility & family planning assistance.
• A variety of additional optional benefits and insurance options, including pet insurance.
• Retirement contributions.
• Holidays & Paid Time Off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager