QA Operations Manager

Phibro Animal Health; Sligo; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Phibro Animal Health Corporation in Ireland's Sligo site is seeking a QA Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day QA oversight of GMP manufacturing operations, ensuring products are manufactured, tested, packaged, stored and released in compliance with regulatory requirements and the site Pharma QA system.

You will provide QA leadership across manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, engineering, validation, QC and support functions, driving deviations, CAPAs and quality improvements within a

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of relevant biotech/pharma experience.
• 2–3 years managing GMP quality operations.
• Experience interfacing with regulatory inspections.
• Leadership in GMP-regulated biologics, vaccines or sterile manufacturing.
• Expertise in EU GMP, regulatory inspections, risk-based QA strategies & digital transformation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in daily quality operations, ensuring real-time support for Manufacturing, QC & Compliance systems teams.
• Develop & retain talent in QA, ensuring the team possesses the right GMP expertise, problem-solving skills & risk-based decision-making capabilities.
• Provide coaching, training & mentorship to embed a culture of proactive quality ownership.
• Identify & understand issues, problems & opportunities & compare data from different sources to draw conclusions & develop solutions.
• Regulatory audits & inspections.
• Lead or support quality risk assessments related to manufacturing operations, process deviations, contamination control, facility controls, cleaning, equipment, materials & supply continuity.
• Support operational readiness for new products, process changes, facility upgrades & manufacturing campaigns.
• Oversee deviation management, approve CAPAs & drive continuous improvement.
• Strong QA presence on the manufacturing floor to support real-time decision-making & quality risk escalation.
• Ensure appropriate quality oversight of critical process steps, line clearances, material movements, hold times, sampling, cleaning & environmental controls.
• Write, review & revise SOPs.
• Identify & correct weaknesses, gaps & policy exceptions.
• Train employees on procedures & compliance.
• Collaborate with vendors, contractors & suppliers to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Support departmental objectives & strategic initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded, global organization with a rich history in animal health and nutrition as a manufacturer and marketer of medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. We strive to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers who raise or care for farm and companion animals by providing solutions to help them maintain and enhance the health of their animals.

Phibro is a diversified company in manufacturing and marketing products for ethanol performance, microbials for plants, home and industrial applications, and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. In addition to, Phibro's revenues are in excess of $1 billion and are supported by over 2,300 employees worldwide.

At Phibro, people are our greatest asset. We strive to develop a diverse workforce that fosters an environment where people feel supported in openly sharing their creativity and skills that allows them to be the most successful that they can be.

If you are interested in working for Phibro and feel that you do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply as you might be the right candidate for this role or other positions.

Position Details

The QA Operations Manager is an integral part of our Quality Assurance team based out of our Ireland - Sligo site.

The Quality Operations Manager is responsible for leading the day-to-day QA oversight of GMP manufacturing operations to ensure products are manufactured, tested, packaged, stored & released in compliance with regulatory requirements, company standards & the site Pharmaceutical Quality System.

This role provides quality leadership across manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, engineering, validation, QC & support functions. The role ensures effective QA presence on the shop floor, timely review of GMP documentation, robust deviation, batch record management, proactive identification & escalation of quality risks.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Participate in daily quality operations, ensuring real-time support for Manufacturing, QC & Compliance systems teams.
• Develop & retain talent in QA, ensuring the team possesses the right GMP expertise, problem-solving skills & risk-based decision-making capabilities.
• Provide coaching, training & mentorship to embed a culture of proactive quality ownership.
• Identify & understand issues, problems & opportunities & compare data from different sources to draw conclusions & develop solutions. Natural influencer & ability to form strong relationships.
• Regulatory audits & inspections.
• Lead or support quality risk assessments related to manufacturing operations, process deviations, contamination control, facility controls, cleaning, equipment, materials & supply continuity.
• Support operational readiness for new products, process changes, facility upgrades & manufacturing campaigns.
• Oversee deviation management, approve CAPAs & drive continuous improvement.
• Strong QA presence on the manufacturing floor to support real-time decision-making & quality risk escalation.
• Ensure appropriate quality oversight of critical process steps, line clearances, material movements, hold times, sampling, cleaning & environmental controls.
• Write, review & revise SOPs.
• Identify & correct weaknesses, gaps & policy exceptions.
• Train employees on procedures & compliance.
• Collaborate with vendors, contractors & suppliers to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Support departmental objectives & strategic initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Work Experience

• Minimum 6-8 years of relevant experience in biotech/pharmaceutical industry
• Minimum 2-3 years' experience managing GMP Quality operations activities.
• Prior experience interfacing with & managing inspections performed by regulatory bodies.
• Advanced degree in Biological/Pharmaceutical science discipline.
• Experience leading deviation investigations, CAPA, change control, batch record review & inspection readiness activities.
• Experience in leadership roles within a GMP-regulated biologics, vaccines or sterile manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success in quality management leadership & the resolution significant quality/technical challenges.
• Expertise in EU GMP, regulatory inspections, risk-based QA strategies & digital transformation in quality systems.
• Proven ability to lead teams, optimize QA processes & drive a culture of continuous improvement.
• Strong working knowledge of Industry Compendia, regulations, & standards including USP / Ph. Eur, GMP, EMA & ICH

Knowledge/Skills

• Proficient in quality principles in a manufacturing facility.
• Must be able to work under pressure & meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Have good communication skills and able to work in collaboration.
• Effective time management; deliver results on time.
• Excellent computer proficiency.

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Business Unit

Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition

Division

Animal Health & Nutrition

Department

Quality Assurance

Location

Ireland - Sligo

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday (40 Hours)