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Danaher Corporation Director of Quality, Sterile Drug Product Manufacturing in New York, New York
At Aldevron, we shape the future of medicine by advancing science in meaningful ways. Our team of dedicated, forward-thinking associates share this goal by combining best-in-class products and service with the ideal operating environment to lay the groundwork for vital new discoveries worldwide. We believe people are our most valuable asset. Whether this is your first step on a rewarding career path or are a seasoned professional ready to take your career to the next level, we hire the best from all backgrounds and experiences.
Aldevron is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.
Together, the 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.
Job Summary
The Director of Quality is responsible for the creation, implementation and maintenance of all Quality and release processes in compliance with all foreign and domestic regulatory and statutory requirements. This individual will help to provide the strategic direction and vision as well as the tactical leadership necessary to consistently improve.
Job Responsibilities
Maintains an up‑to‑date knowledge and provides expertise in the areas of Quality, Sterile Drug Product Manufacturing, Compliance, Design Controls, Risk Management, and Statistical Techniques
Establishes and implements metrics (process capability, control charts, measurement quality, etc.) for monitoring system effectiveness to enable sound quality decisions and to improve quality
Supports the company in assuring it is operating in accordance with applicable regulations, standards and guidance related to clinical and commercial activities and helps maintains positive audit results especially as it relates to sterile drug product manufacturing
Performs Management Reviews and advise management of any product or process related issues and make recommendations for improvements
Escalates significant issues related to product quality, violations or non-compliance to requirements and regulations as appropriate.
Establish in-process product inspection standards for aseptically produced and sterile drug products
Serve as the primary Quality subject matter expert (SME) with regulatory agencies and clients
Provide expert interpretation and application of regulatory guidelines to ensure operations, facilities and documentation meet internal aseptic and sterile standards and regulatory requirements
Oversee Aldevron’s quality program, including overseeing and assisting with the company’s auditing programs, as well as the review of SOPs, investigations, specifications, methods, validation reports, cleaning verification reports, analytical reports, and manufacturing records
Develop and enhance phase appropriate QMS programs that comply with industry standards for development through commercialization GMPs
Serve as the site's primary contact with both customers and regulatory agencies regarding quality/compliance issues as it relates to aseptic and sterile drug products
Manage lot review audit programs against GxP standards, FDA/EMA/ICH requirements, and other regulatory standards and ensure timely resolution of any identified issues
Create a culture of sustainable quality through quality and compliance programs such as risk assessments, change management, data integrity, right first time, quality councils and critical quality metrics
Author and/or review and approve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) associated with Quality department responsibilities
Report information back to the Executive Team on a regular and consistent basis to ensure rapid communication of Quality issues, including potential misconduct or issues of significant deviations with projects/product, to appropriate leaders and colleagues
Direct the generation and implementation of performance and training programs for Quality personnel
Hire, train, motivate, lead, develop, and evaluate staff assigned to the department, facilitating, and assisting in their growth within Aldevron
Establish goals, objectives, and measures to drive continuous improvement of the Quality teams
Provide leadership to staff by directing, mentoring, coaching, and developing them towards professional growth, enhanced job performance and career satisfaction
Perform other duties as assigned
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the position.
Qualifications
10+ years of relevant experience in a quality position, required.
3+ years of that experience in a lead, supervisory or managerial position
Experience in a variety of areas of the Quality Management Systems, required
Direct experience with regulatory audits, including direct interface with inspectors, required.
Aseptic and sterile manufacturing experience required.
Bachelor of Science required, life science related field preferred.
We believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working here can provide.
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When you join us, you’ll also be joining Danaher’s global organization, where 80,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you’ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System (https://www.danaher.com/how-we-work/danaher-business-system) tools and the stability of a tested organization.
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