Senior Quality Control Manager (Reagents)

Diasorin is a global leader in diagnostic solutions, pushing the boundaries of science and technology to create cutting-edge tools that improve healthcare worldwide. With a legacy spanning over 50 years, we've earned our reputation for excellence by developing innovative diagnostic assays and instruments that are trusted by healthcare providers around the world.

Our broad offering of diagnostic tests and Licensed Technology solutions, made available thanks to ongoing investments in research, positions us as the player with the widest range of specialty solutions in the sector and identifies us as the "Diagnostics Specialist."

Why Join Diasorin?

• Impactful Work: When you join Diasorin, you become part of a team that's dedicated to improving lives. Your contributions will directly impact patient care, making a meaningful difference in the world.

• Global Reach & Innovation: Our work transcends borders. Joining Diasorin means collaborating with colleagues from all over the world, expanding your horizons, and contributing to global healthcare solutions at the forefront of the diagnostic industry.

Diverse and Inclusive Culture: We believe in the strength of diversity, and our inclusive culture reflects this commitment. We value your unique perspective and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where everyone can thrive.

Join Our Team: If you're passionate about innovation, diversity, and making a positive impact on healthcare, Diasorin is the place for you. We're looking for passionate and talented individuals who are ready to embrace new challenges and drive healthcare solutions forward.

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team that's shaping the future of diagnostics? Join Diasorin and become a catalyst for change in the world of healthcare. Apply today and be a part of our exciting journey toward a healthier, more connected world. Together, we can make an impact!

Job Scope: 

• Manages associated Quality Control staff of moderate to high span of control and/or skill level. 
• Leadership position that provides direct oversight to the Reagent Quality Control areas as well as leads and participates in cross-departmental/organizational teams.
• Responsible for ensuring facilities, resources, and equipment are in place to deliver product to the business plan.
• Accountable for quality control support of new product integration, stability program, process development, equipment and process validations, as well as meeting production schedules.
• Promotes and maintains Company Objectives and Quality Policies.
• Manufacturing environment is a high complexity, small/large run production environment. Responsible for standard and custom Luminex reagent product lines manufactured in an environment that is ISO certified and includes products that are FDA regulated.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Oversee direction, planning, and execution of Reagent Quality Control operations and associated personnel.
• Drive attainment of production schedule for finished product, qualification/processing of incoming materials, production intermediates, and stability sample testing.
• Develop and implement approved departmental procedures, policies, and processes.
• Deliver reagent quality control design transfer requirements for new and changed product through validation and market release phases.
• Establish, manage, and deliver timely reporting of departmental performance metrics and statistical process controls; drive actions as required.
• Lead/Manage or assist in planning, prioritization, development, and implementations of new local and multi-department improvement initiatives, policies, and programs.
• Deliver efficiency, cost reduction, and quality improvement projects within scope of department as defined to organization's goals.
• Lead or participate in sustaining projects for improvement of processes, global harmonization, infrastructure, product specifications, process/test methods, analysis tools, and business systems.
• Oversee and participate in Change Control Board responsibilities for Reagent Quality Control as needed.
• Lead or participate in investigations and resolution of findings impacting the Reagent Manufacturing Organization identified through audits, non-conformances, corrective/preventive actions, or customer complaint escalations.
• Establish and maintain appropriate departmental role-specific training plans; ensure that each team member is properly trained on systems, processes and equipment.
• Identifies and manages annual departmental capital, headcount, and expense budgeting requirements.
• Monitor and appraise personnel performance; develop and advance personnel consistent with needs of organization.
• Drive departmental strategic planning encompassing organization, equipment, and facilities.
• Recommend and/or manage development of new departmental process capabilities and equipment.
• Maintain personal compliance and facilitate departmental compliance with the Luminex Quality System.
• May manage Material Review Board and deliver operational nonconformance disposition approval.
• May lead the administration of reagent certificate of quality/analysis program to include certificate issuance.
• May manage quality control specific labor routings and lead times for optimal accuracy; facilitate definition of labor routings and lead times for new product introductions.
• May administer 24/7 environmental monitoring infrastructure and program for specialized storage areas and ensure continuous readiness and effectively respond to environmental monitoring notifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree Field of chemistry, biological sciences, or related field degree. required

• 8+ Years Relevant Quality Operations leadership experience required
• 10+ Years Relevant experience in a manufacturing environment in an FDA regulated industry and/or ISO certified organization with a Bachelor’s Degree required

• Mathematics aptitude (High proficiency)
• ISO 13485 and FDA Quality Systems knowledge (High proficiency)
• Proficiency in use of process based Manufacturing Resource Planning systems such as Oracle or SAP (High proficiency)
• Proficiency in the use of Product Life Cycle Management tools (High proficiency)
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and technical writing (High proficiency)
• Knowledge in clean room operations, molecular grade processing/purified water systems (High proficiency)
• Applied knowledge of process, equipment, and test method validations (Medium proficiency)
• Functional knowledge of nucleic acid, immunoassay, and serology assay chemistry (Medium proficiency)
• Statistical aptitude (Medium proficiency)
• Quality Certification such as ASQ CQM, CQE, or Sixth Sigma Certification preferred

Travel Requirements

• 10% Travel may be required

What We Offer

Receive a competitive wages and benefits package as you grow your career at Diasorin. Join our team and discover how your work can impact the lives of people all over the world.

Diasorin is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and Canada and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Diasorin is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are a US or Canada candidate and require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact the North America Talent Acquisition Team at hrtalent@diasorin.com or 1-800-328-1482 to request an accommodation.

The above job description is intended to describe the general content, identify the essential functions, and set forth the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

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