Quality Assurance Manager

Synergie Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology firm in Toronto is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to oversee product quality assurance and compliance with regulations. You will collaborate with various teams to ensure products meet government standards. The ideal candidate has a degree in Life Sciences and extensive experience in regulated environments, particularly in pharmaceuticals. Competitive pay of $60–$65 per hour is offered.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Opportunity for growth

Work with a leading global biopharmaceutical company

Qualifications

• 6+ years of quality assurance/control experience in regulated environments.
• Proven expertise in GMP and GDP guidelines.
• Lead Auditor experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage GMP release and batch certification of products.
• Prepare for Health Canada inspections.
• Monitor quality performance metrics.

Skills

GMP expertise

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Biotechnology

Job description

This range is provided by Synergie Canada. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$60.00 / hr - CA$65.00 / hr

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Quality Assurance Manager – Canada

Location : Toronto, ON

Pay Rate : $60–$65 / hour

Type : Contract – Full-time - 2 years with potential of permanent hire

Industry : Biotechnology / Pharmaceuticals

About the Role

Synergie Canada is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to support our client in overseeing all product distribution quality activities within Canada. This role is critical in ensuring full compliance with cGMP and GDP standards, managing GMP release of commercial products, and maintaining robust Canadian quality systems.

You will collaborate closely with cross-functional internal teams, contract manufacturing organizations, and external laboratories to ensure products meet both the company’s Quality

Management System (QMS) and Canadian regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage GMP release and batch certification of all Canadian commercial products.
• Maintain Canadian quality systems, including SOPs, Quality Agreements, and site master files.
• Support internal audits, self-inspections, and external audits of warehouses and laboratories.
• Prepare for and support Health Canada inspections , including managing corrective actions.
• Oversee product recalls and conduct annual mock recalls.
• Monitor and report quality performance metrics; lead Quality Management Reviews.
• Manage product complaints, risk identification, and CAPA processes.
• Ensure training programs for relevant staff are implemented and maintained.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in global quality projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or related field.

Minimum 6 years of quality assurance / control experience in a regulated pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment.

Proven expertise in GMP and GDP , with knowledge of Canadian, US, and global regulatory requirements.

Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and build cross-functional relationships.

Lead Auditor experience.

Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Experience with biologics, cell & gene therapy, and GVP / GCP / GLP is an asset.

What We Offer

Competitive hourly rate of $60–$65.

Opportunity to work with a leading global biopharmaceutical company.

Professional growth in a fast-paced, high-impact role.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Job function

Quality Assurance, Management, and Manufacturing

Industries

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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