Change Control lead

Who are we? Amaris Consulting is an independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses. With more than 1,000 clients across the globe, we have been rolling out solutions in major projects for over a decade – this is made possible by an international team of 7,600 people spread across 5 continents and more than 60 countries. Our solutions focus on four different Business Lines: Information System & Digital, Telecom, Life Sciences and Engineering. We’re focused on building and nurturing a top talent community where all our team members can achieve their full potential. Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success. At Amaris, we strive to provide our candidates with the best possible recruitment experience. We like to get to know our candidates, challenge them, and be able to give them proper feedback as quickly as possible. Here’s what our recruitment process looks like: Recruitment Process Brief Call : Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you The objective? Learn about you, understand your motivations, and make sure we have the right job for you Interviews (the average number of interviews is 3 - the number may vary depending on the level of seniority required for the position). During the interviews, you will meet people from our team: your line manager of course, but also other people related to your future role. We will talk in depth about you, your experience, and skills, but also about the position and what will be expected of you. Of course, you will also get to know Amaris: our culture, our roots, our teams, and your career opportunities Case study : Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc. As you know, every person is different and so is every role in a company. That is why we have to adapt accordingly, and the process may differ slightly at times. However, please know that we always put ourselves in the candidate’s shoes to ensure they have the best possible experience. We look forward to meeting you Job description Job Title Change Control Lead – Quality Operations Location: Toronto, Canada Work mode: On-site Introduction We are seeking an experienced Change Control Lead – Quality Operations to support a regulated manufacturing site in Toronto. This is a highly visible, on-site role focused on leading change control activities end to end, partnering with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliant, timely, and high-quality execution within a GMP environment. Key Responsibilities Own and drive the full change control lifecycle from initiation to closure, including scope definition, impact and risk assessments, action planning, implementation oversight, effectiveness checks, and closure. Ensure appropriate routing and approvals across Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, IT, Validation, and other relevant functions. Author, review, and improve high-quality change records with clear rationale, justification, and traceability. Triage and prioritize incoming change requests; support stakeholders in defining implementable and compliant changes. Maintain trackers, manage backlogs, escrow risks or delays, and propose recovery plans. Facilitate and document quality risk assessments (e.g., FMEA or equivalent). Ensure alignment with GMP, data integrity expectations, and site quality standards. Link change controls to deviations and CAPAs when applicable and ensure timeline alignment. Coordinate validation and qualification impact assessments (IQ, OQ, PQ, CSV, requalification). Lead cross-functional working sessions and provide concise weekly status reporting. Identify recurring issues and propose continuous improvement initiatives to simplify and strengthen change control processes. Requirements Must Have 5–7 years of experience in a regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device environment. Strong hands‑on experience executing change controls within a Quality Management System. Solid knowledge of GMP and audit‑ready documentation practices. Proven ability to lead cross‑functional discussions and drive actions to closure. Leadership experience or strong leadership capability. Ability to work on‑site in Toronto most days, preferably daily at the beginning. Nice to Have Experience with deviations, CAPAs, investigations, and root cause analysis. Validation exposure (CSV and/or Commissioning & Qualification). Experience in sterile manufacturing, biologics, vaccines, or high‑containment environments. Familiarity with quality metrics, trackers, dashboards, and right‑first‑time documentation approaches. Expected Compensation Range: 50K-110K The final compensation offered will be determined based on the candidate’s level of experience, skills, and qualifications , in compliance with applicable pay transparency requirements. Canadian Experience Requirement: No Canadian work experience is required for this position. Candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of previous Canadian experience. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure: No Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools are used in the screening, assessment, or selection of candidates for this position. All stages of the recruitment process are conducted by human recruiters and hiring managers. Statement Regarding Job Vacancy: This position is aJob creation, created to support ongoing project needs. (Job creation for KP) Recruitment Process & Feedback Timeline: Candidates will receive feedback on their application within a maximum of 45 days from the date of application or from their most recent interview stage. Why choose us An international community bringing together more than 110 different nationalities An environment where trust is central: 70% of our leaders started their careers at the entry level A strong training system with our internal Academy and more than 250 modules available A dynamic work environment that frequently comes together for internal events (afterworks, team buildings, etc.) Amaris Consulting promotes equal opportunities. We are committed to bringing together people from diverse backgrounds and creating an inclusive work environment. In this regard, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or other characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr