Head of Quality

3 weeks ago


Kingston, Canada Lonza Full time

Canada, Kingston

Head of Quality

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

Lonza AG in Kingston, ON, Canada, is seeking a Head of Quality to oversee and influence the quality and regulatory landscape at our site. This role is crucial in maintaining standards of quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will join a motivated team, working together towards magnificent execution and outstanding outcomes

Responsibilities

  • Implement improvement initiatives to drive Quality programs and ensure maximum efficiency. Ensure systems are extraordinary and meet the needs of all internal and external constituencies with an emphasis on process, quality, efficiency, budget control, and profitability.
  • Coordinate with industry partners to address product quality matters, customer happiness levels, and regulatory authority interaction. Lead all partner audits and inspections and action programs in response thereto.
Key Requirements

  • Deep understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS): Extensive knowledge of ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 820, and regulatory standards. In-depth knowledge of FDA regulations, EU MDR, and other international regulatory requirements.
  • Risk Management: Proficiency in risk management methodologies like FMEA, FTA, and ISO 14971.
  • Proven track record: Experience in the medical device industry, preferably in a leadership role.
  • Expert knowledge of GxP, ISO Standards, FDA regulatory requirements applicable to FDA regulated products.
  • Diplomacy, negotiation skills, written and verbal communication, team building skills, independent work skills, strong work ethic, mentoring, and delegating skills with collaborator groups in a matrixed organization.
Education Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field or equivalent experience. Master’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Reference: R63539

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