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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA
16d ago

Quality Assurance Lead(m/w/x)

Köln
Full-timeOn-siteManagement

Description

In this leadership role, you will drive quality excellence by managing a team of ten and overseeing GMP compliance. You'll ensure seamless operations through batch releases and audit coordination.

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Requirements

  • Masterabschluss in Biologie, Biotechnologie oder Pharmazie
  • 10 Jahre Berufserfahrung, 3 Jahre QA-Leitung
  • Erfahrung in steriler Produktion und Qualitätssicherung
  • Erfahrung mit regulatorischen GMP-Inspektionen
  • Verständnis internationaler GMP-Anforderungen
  • Ausgeprägte Kommunikations- und Führungskompetenz
  • Sehr gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse
  • Bereitschaft zur Arbeit in BSL-2/BSL-3-Bereichen
  • Entscheidungsstärke, Compliance-Management und Eigenverantwortung
  • Master’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology or Pharmacy
  • 10 years experience, 3 years Quality leadership
  • Experience in sterile manufacturing and Quality Assurance
  • Track record with regulatory GMP inspections
  • Understanding of international GMP regulations
  • Excellent leadership and problem-solving skills
  • Fluency in German and English
  • Willingness to work in BSL-2/BSL-3 environments
  • Decision-making, ambiguity management and pragmatic leadership
  • No relocation

Education

Master's degree

Work Experience

10 years

Tasks

  • Lead and develop a QA team of ten employees
  • Manage performance using KPIs and continuous improvement
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, QC, Engineering, and Supply
  • Coach non-quality teams on GMP and quality mindset
  • Oversee Quality Systems, Assurance, and Release
  • Review and approve GMP documentation and SOPs
  • Develop and execute the Site Quality Plan
  • Coordinate Health Authority inspections and customer audits
  • Plan and execute internal self-inspections
  • Manage training systems and supplier quality
  • Oversee quality agreements and Product Quality Reviews
  • Ensure data integrity across all systems
  • Qualify and coach cleanroom personnel
  • Manage timely batch record reviews and releases
  • Handle deviations, CAPAs, and change management
  • Maintain the Site Master File and risk management
  • Act as the SAP QM key user
  • Manage artwork and prepare regulatory submission documents
  • Facilitate the Site Quality Council and track KPIs
  • Provide independent QA oversight for the Cologne site
  • Lead the quality organization during the Quality Lead's absence

Tools & Technologies

GMPBSL-2BSL-3

Languages

GermanBusiness Fluent

EnglishBusiness Fluent

Benefits

Flexible Working

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Hybrid work model

Diverse Work

  • Broad and varied role

Other Benefits

  • Complex manufacturing site
  • Influence on quality performance

Purpose-Driven Work

  • Clear accountability
  • Stable, science-driven organization

Career Advancement

  • International quality network

Job Security

  • Long-term perspective
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