Job Description :
The Director GQA Solid & Packaging Manufacturing Quality is primarily responsible for maintaining the license to operate at all Ferring Solids and Packaging manufacturing sites (FSMP, FCT, FLAS, FAR, FMX, FTPL and Synthese.
Therefore, this role is key for Ferring in order to ensure 'Delivery of high-quality products on time and in full' as well as 'Customer focused innovation' as included in Group BSC.
The Firector GQA Solid & Packaging Manufacturing Quality :
- Is a key position having key quality responsibility of Solid and Packaging manufacturing quality topics
- Is a member of the GQA leadership team
- Provide leadership to quality staffs based in FSMP, FCT, FLAS, FAR, FMX, FTPL, FLPL and Syntese
- Provide leadership to more than 120 quality staff based in the associated manufacturing sites
Main Accountabilities (duties, Responsibilities)
Compliance
Lead quality oversight and carry out quality initiatives at associated Ferring manufacturing SitesTranslate the QA strategy into tangible, site specific quality plans in corporation with Tech Ops and local organizationsEnsure site inspection readiness prior to inspections by health authoritiesProvide strategic operational support to the Global Tech Ops organizationLead implementation of Inspection Review Board actionsManage trouble shooting for critical deviations and follow up on corrective actionsParticipate in the decision-making process of recallsLead the setting of TAs between HQ and associated manufacturingOrganize, drive and monitor execution of strategic quality initiatives across sitesGQA Strategy
Implement strategic quality objectives aligned with Tech OpsLead the implementation of the GQA strategy at the associated Manufacturing SitesQuality Systems
Develop / improve CSOPsEnsure that GMP requirements and CSOPs are implemented and respected all over the associated manufacturing sitesPerform GMP management trainingPerformance Management
Lead the implementation of the Quality KPI system and lead monitoring of improvement initiative at associated manufacturing sitesAssess the quality risk in the area of responsibility and implement risk mitigation actionsPeople Management
Manage the site quality unit for the associated Manufacturing sitesEstablish objectives and budget throughout the process for each siteLead and motivate the sites QA teams in the achievement of their objectivesDecide with site manager on recruitment of Quality manager or QA / QC positions on associated manufacturing sitesProjects
Carry out and lead quality harmonisation and alignment across the associated manufacturing sitesWork with R&D and Product Supply to provide a GQA input into technical transfer of projects in and out of manufacturing sitesProvide support and technical expertise to Tech Ops projectsProvide support and technical expertise to the Lean transformationInterface Management
Drive the QRB process for associated sites and areasProvide support and technical expertise to Development and OPS ProjectsPrepare monthly report for the associated sitesRequired Education / Qualifications / Skills :
Doctorate or academic degree in natural or applied sciences (Pharmacy, Chemistry, Engineering, Biotechnology)Strong Knowledge of Business Regulations (EU, FDA and others)Minimum of 15 years work experience in quality assurance and / or quality control in the pharmaceutical industry with both local and International working experienceMinimum of 5 years experience in problem solving and process improvementFluent in English (written and verbal communication)Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsStrong business mindset with demonstrated ability of conceptual and strategic thinkingGood project management skillsLocation : Ferring India Laboratories
Skills Required
Problem Solving, Project Management, Process Improvement, Quality Assurance, Quality Control