Manager, Quality Assurance

About the role

Bausch + Lomb is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world. The purpose of this job is to manage the Quality function and execution of activities at the Lynchburg Distribution Center, which is responsible for receipt, storage, and distribution of contact lenses.

Responsibilities

• Develop, establish, execute, and maintain the Quality Management System to assure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and Bausch + Lomb requirements.
• Ensure the Lynchburg DC/site executes the QMS in an effective, efficient, and compliant manner.
• Maintain compliance with the Bausch + Lomb Quality program and all relevant regulations.
• Supervise and manage assigned Quality staff for Lynchburg DC.
• Coordinate activities of various functional areas when a critical quality issue is discovered.
• Maintain and report Quality metrics to senior management and update on all major compliance issues.
• Provide direction and coordination of quality activities utilizing continuous quality improvement principles and methodologies.
• Develop and execute annual Site Quality Plans and management reviews.
• Ensure timely planning and execution of internal audits and remain audit ready for external audits of the Quality Management System.
• Educate all LYN site functions regarding company Quality objectives and goals, Quality Policy, and Quality improvements.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or applicable scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years in the FDA-regulated industry, including at least 3 years in the pharmaceutical/medical device field, preferably in the distribution space.
• 3 to 5 years leading people.
• ASQ Certifications (CQA, CQE, and/or CMQ/QE) preferred.
• Technology skills: Experience with logistics systems for inventory control and distribution, Microsoft Windows - Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.
• Experience with SAP and/or other MRP-type systems desirable.
• Strong leadership and communication/interpersonal skills.

Benefits

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives, medical, dental, vision insurance, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, a tuition reimbursement program, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. They may also receive sick time, floating holidays, and paid vacation.