Quality Audit Specialist 2 # 4572

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for creating annual internal audit schedules, developing internal audit plans and coordinating activities with cross-functional teams.
• Function as a lead auditor for internal audits and perform audits to ensure compliance to procedures and regulatory standards by examining and analyzing records, reports, procedures and related documentation; Provide recommendations for continuous improvement to strengthen the internal processes and structure.
• Responsible for documenting audit findings and monitoring corrective actions associated with the audit findings until closure. 
• Responsible for developing and maintaining policies and procedures for an effective and compliant internal audit program. Develop, prepare and maintain various QMS metrics and dashboards for management review and quality monitoring.
• Manage and lead the lifecycle requirements for the electronic QMS.
• Assist with QMS activities, such as CAPAs, non-conformance, deviations, supplier quality, complaints, process monitoring and improvement, and batch records review.
• Provide training, guidance, and support to the company for QMS related policies and procedures. 
• Develop solutions to routine assigned activities of moderate scope and complexity.  
• Independently determine and develop an approach to solutions for moderate/complex problems.  
• Provide continuous assessment and identify areas of improvement for the QMS.
• Lead process improvement projects of low/medium complexity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS (or equivalent industry experience) with 3 + years of experience in the life sciences industry, preferably in an FDA medical device/IVD regulated environment.
• Strong working knowledge of FDA QSR/cGMP and ISO 13485, ISO 14971 regulations.
• Must have good verbal, written, communication and organizational skills, and be able to work in a cross-functional team environment. 
• Ability to perform a variety of duties involving critical thinking, analysis, evaluation, and judgment in support of QMS activities.
• Ability to work on complex problems in which analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors.  
• Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver assignments with high quality in a timely manner. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• ISO 13485 auditor preferred.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

• Primarily desk-based work with extended periods of computer use. 
• Frequent typing and screen interaction
• Occasional light lifting up to 10 Ibs. 
• Quiet to moderate noise level in an office or remote setting.
• Collaborative team environment with virtual or in-person meetings. 
• Ability to travel approximately 10% as audit needs require