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Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals

Mgr Quality

Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals, Webster Groves, Missouri, United States

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Job Title

Mgr Quality

Requisition

JR000015209 Mgr Quality (Open)

Location

Webster Groves, MO

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Job Description Summary

Job Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The position provides Quality oversight and support for Webster Groves manufacturing facility. The position will provide leadership and support for continued operation of the facility. The oversight includes signature authority, with responsibility for escalating high risk issues to management. The position is responsible for decisions relating to quality and project actions. The position is responsible for project decisions, risk identification, risk mitigation and cross-functional support with entire team (operations, regulatory affairs, science and technology, etc…). The main result of the incumbent is to ensure compliance with cGMP, regulatory and internal requirements regarding the manufacturing, testing and distributing of products as well as projects such as tech transfer, new product introductions and inspection readiness.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provide leadership and support for the cGMP facility

Provide QA oversight, including but not limited to:

Change management

Investigations (process, complaint, and laboratory)

Product release

In process controls

Annual Product Review

Master documents (batch records, methods, labels, etc…)

Facility/Equipment Qualification and validation (process/cleaning)

Stability data review / stability coordination

CAPA

Develop and execute validation and compliance strategy for Webster Groves commercial plant

Conducts/Coordinates supplier audits and supports audits as part of the audit team, as needed

Identify, develop and execute project plan and timelines to achieve desired results

Liaise with other intracompany facilities (Hobart, STLP) for laboratory testing and other needed support

Participate actively in cross-functional teams supporting the Webster Groves commercial plant and projects

Serve as leading technical expert for key quality or compliance areas

Create, approve, and implement quality system procedures associated with the product realization process as well as procedures associated with facility management and oversight

Ensure facility is prepared for FDA and other regulatory body inspections

Support scorecard development, maintenance, reporting and action / project development from scorecards

Evaluate and provide risk-based QA decisions on all systems and issues that are/may be affected by regulatory or cGMP requirements – escalate to senior leadership as appropriate

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

Minimum BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, related science or equivalent combination of Education, Experience and Competencies

Advanced degree preferred

Certification as Quality Engineer or Six Sigma Black Belt strongly preferred

Certification as a Quality Auditor or Quality Manager helpful

Experience:

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a quality engineer or equivalent role

Extensive experience in cGMP systems, pharmaceutical manufacturing and testing, experience must include role(s) in a manufacturing setting

Preferred experience including, but not limited to the following:

Solid dose product experience

Application of cGMP to manufacturing and testing

Product release and investigations

Change Management and CAPA

FDA inspections / Regulatory Affairs

Validation

Skills/Competencies:

Self-motivated and self-managing. Able to identify, execute and prioritize work tasks/projects with an awareness of escalation responsibility as needed.

Critical problem-solving skills

Demonstrated data driven decision making ability

Organizational and operational agility, able to operate at all levels of the organization and able to shift priorities successfully

Good computer skills, including proficiency with business and technical software (Word, Access, Excel, Powerpoint)

An understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and its unique business and social responsibilities

Excellent facilitation and presentation skills

Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize

Excellent technical and compliance-based writing skills

Ability to work with clients of diverse incumbent skill base

Ability to manage projects involving multiple functional groups without direct reporting authority

Other Skills/Competencies:

Strong communication skills

Demonstrated leadership abilities

Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service

Conflict resolution skills

Requires mature judgment in problem solving situations.

Requires negotiation skills to effectively influence others

Ability to identify and drive continuous quality improvement

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/SCOPE:

Reports to Head of Quality

Dotted line relationship with Operational Manager

Works under self-direction toward predetermined long-range goals and objectives

Assignments and tasks are self-initiated and self-monitored

Determines and pursues courses of action necessary to obtain desired results

Requires minimal direction

Routine interaction with other company manufacturing facilities and corporate functions

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Office, production and laboratory environment

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

At Mallinckrodt, we know that we contribute to something that matters because we make quality products that impact patient lives. Our dynamic work environment provides unique experiences for employees to grow and develop.

Invest in your own career with Mallinckrodt and let’s do something dynamic together.

Mallinckrodt provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; gender; gender identity; sexual orientation; religions practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; protected veteran status; disability; or any other category protected by law.

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