QA Operations Leader - Cork (Onsite, 12-Month Contract)

Stryker Corporation; Tullagreen; Hybrid; EUR 76,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Stryker Corporation in Cork, Ireland seeks a Manager of Quality Assurance to lead a dedicated Quality Operations team. The role focuses on preventing issues, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and customer requirements.

Responsibilities include managing audits, CAPA/NCR processes, and aligning global quality practices with site KPIs while fostering teamwork and development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science discipline or equivalent.
• Minimum of 8+ years experience in a Medical, Pharmaceutical, Bio-Medical/Pharma, Automotive or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 4 years experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Proven track record in QA improvement and change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing quality team on site with guidance to operational areas.
• Ensure conformance to regulatory standards and customer requirements.
• Drive quality improvements, NCR & CAPA resolution across the site.
• Oversee audits (internal/external) and management of deviations.
• Collaborate across functions to align global quality practices and KPIs.
• Develop and monitor quality planning and performance indicators.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Assurance

Audit management

Regulatory compliance

Continuous improvement

CAPA

NCR

Team development

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science

MBA advantage

Job description

Stryker Corporation in Cork, Ireland seeks a Manager of Quality Assurance to lead a dedicated Quality Operations team. The role focuses on preventing issues, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and customer requirements.

Responsibilities include managing audits, CAPA/NCR processes, and aligning global quality practices with site KPIs while fostering teamwork and development.