Manager- Post Market Surveillance (Recall)
CooperSurgical · Trumbull, CT · 1 wk ago
RemoteRemoteSales$107k–$150k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Leads CSI Recall process for assessment & execution of corrections and removal of a wide variety of medical products (e.g., medical devices, IVDs).
- Responsible for all aspects of CSI’s Recall process, including but not limited to preparation of required regulatory documentation and internal/external communications related to Recalls (e.g., Health Hazard Evaluation, Recall Execution Strategy, Field Safety Communications, Recall Termination Requests).
- Manages Health Hazard Evaluations from initiation through completion, leading cross-functional teams through process, ensuring timely completion.
- Collaborates closely with leadership in Quality & Medical Affairs on the development/approval of HHEs.
- Provides direction/guidance to Recall team on execution of Recalls with customers, distributors, and regional RAQA representatives.
- Led all Recall reporting activities (including 806/FSCA reports) to US FDA, EU Competent Authorities and other Health Authorities globally, as needed.
- Maintains active communication with CSI’s Authorized Representative(s) and Notified Body, as required.
- Ensures reporting requirements are compliant with CSI Policy in accordance with applicable global laws & regulations.
- Collaborates closely with CSI cross-functional leaders across various Business Units & Global Markets.
- Solves Regulatory Agency/Health Authority requests in relation to reportable Corrections and Removals, ensuring timely closure/termination.
- Maintains and monitors HHE/Recall Key Performance Indicators (KPI), escalating and reporting progress to CSI Leadership on HHEs/Recalls as appropriate/required per local QMS procedures.
- Establishes and maintains department metrics that complement CSI goals, targets, and objectives.
- Affirms and implements process improvements, developing and implementing business solutions related to Recall process.
- Serves as CSI’s Recall Process Owner and Subject Matter Expert, leading all front room Recall interactions during Notified Body MDSAP audits/FDA inspections.
- Ensures Recall procedures and processes are compliant with all applicable global regulations.
- Stays apprised of latest developments in the global regulatory landscape related to Recalls.
- Manages, develops and mentors Recall team, creating an atmosphere of encouragement, motivation, and growth opportunity.
Qualifications
- Knowledge and ability to lead Recalls from initiation to closure in a medical device or pharmaceutical organization.
- Excellent analytical, written and verbal skills, including strong presentation skills.
- Ability to communicate with and influence various stakeholders at all organizational levels.
- Ability to balance multiple projects/tasks, with a high degree of initiative and flexibility to adapt in changing environments.
- Expert knowledge of FDA regulation 21 CFR 806, working knowledge of 21 CFR 803, 805, 806, 820 and ISO standards 13485, 14971, and EU MDR 2017/745, MDCG 2023-3.
- Understanding of Quality Management Systems and the associated interrelationship with Recall process.
- Ability to work efficiently in an e-QMS and incorporate technology (e.g., Artificial Intelligence tools) into the Recall process.
- Ability to work within a global organization/team.
- 4+ years leading HHEs and Recall decisions/Recall strategy.
- Experience writing Recall communications.
- Experience presenting as Recall owner in audits/inspections.
- 5+ years of Quality Management Systems experience.
- Experience in Risk Management preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Science, Engineering or a related field preferred.
Pay
$107,000 - $150,000
Schedule
This position may require 0-10% domestic and/or foreign travel.