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Sr Quality Assurance Auditor
Location:
Northfield, IL
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Job Summary JOB SUMMARY: Audit a broad, global supplier base against FDA regulations, ISO standards, and other applicable global regulatory requirements across the full spectrum of Medline products including sterile products, APIs, raw materials, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, biologics, cosmetics, medical foods, and dietary supplements, as well as contract sterilizers and laboratories. Perform internal audits of Medline divisions and manufacturing sites. Lead complex, critical, supplier regulatory projects involving cross-functional teams. Job Description MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Act as senior team leader to support Supplier QA Management and facilitate strategic achievement of Supplier Quality goals. As a Subject Matter Expert, provide training and consulting services to internal departments to understand and comply with Quality Management System requirements. Plan, schedule and execute complex and high-risk supplier audits to evaluate QMS and regulatory compliance in accordance with FDA regulations, ISO13485, MDSAP, MDD/MDR and other applicable global regulatory requirements for manufacturers of a diverse finished product portfolio (including APIs, sterile products, medical devices, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, biologics, medical foods, and dietary supplements), as well as contract sterilizers, laboratories and raw material suppliers. Evaluate Medline suppliers to determine approval status. Assist in development of Regulatory/Quality Management Systems for potential suppliers. Plan, schedule and execute complex internal audits in accordance with applicable FDA regulations, ISO standards, and other global regulatory requirements. Conduct adequate CAPA follow-up for supplier and internal audits. Write audit reports and communicate results to upper management. Plan and coordinate all travel for both supplier and internal audits, both domestically and internationally. Assist in the review and writing of responses to observations issued by FDA or other regulatory agencies. Aid in preparation for FDA inspections and/or audits by other regulatory agencies for both Medline facilities and suppliers. Manage and participate in quality initiatives to maintain and improve compliance, such as evaluate internal processes, suggest and implement improvements, and create and revise applicable procedures and SOPs. Assess compliance risk of systems, facilities, and procedures per applicable regulations through audits and assessments, assuring compliance to regulatory requirements and Medline specifications, including novel and high-risk products and services. Assist in integration of new acquisitions into Medline's quality system. Perform due diligence audits for potential acquisitions. Provide mentoring, coaching, and training to junior auditors, divisional QA team members, and divisional QA Managers. Assist in managing the rotational QA program. Education Bachelor's degree in microbiology, chemistry, engineering or related field. Work Experience At least 4 years of experience auditing FDA regulated medical Device or pharmaceuticals OR at least 5 years working in senior level quality role within medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing. Experience with FDA regulations (21 CFR 820, 21 CFR 210/211). Experience with ISO 13485. Experience applying knowledge of process validation, method validation and sterilization processes. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Detail-oriented, with excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to listen and process all relevant details, understanding and prioritizing their importance and drawing clear and concise conclusions. Experience developing ways of accomplishing goals with little or no supervision, depending on oneself to complete objectives and determining when escalation of issues is necessary. Experience controlling and coordinating concurrent projects, competing priorities and critical deadlines. Position requires travel up to 50% of the time for business purposes (within state, out of state and/or internationally). PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS Experience with USP 61/62 for Microbial Testing of Non-Steriles. Experience applying knowledge of process validation, method validation and sterilization processes. Experience in CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) management. Benefits - Medline is committed to offering competitive benefits and a variety of choices to best meet the needs of you and your family. For employees scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week, this includes health and well-being, financial fitness, career development, paid time off and more. Employees scheduled to work less than 30 hours per week can participate in the 401(k) plan, access the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERG) and Medline Service Corps. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits, please click here .Every day, we're focused on building a more diverse and inclusive company, one that recognizes, values and respects the differences we all bring to the workplace. From doing what's right to delivering business results, together, we're better. Explore our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion page here .Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.
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Sr Quality Assurance Auditor is a Accounting & Finance Auditor, QA Job at Medline located in Northfield IL. Find other listings like Sr Quality Assurance Auditor by searching Oodle for Accounting & Finance Auditor, QA Jobs.
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