Senior QA Operations Leader — Pharma Quality

R&D Partners; Ireland; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

R&D Partners in Ireland seeks a Senior Manager of Quality Assurance Operations to lead QA activities at a pharmaceutical manufacturing site. You will ensure products meet global regulatory standards, oversee compliance programs, and drive continuous improvement across cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes management of quality systems, regulatory interactions, and performance coaching to sustain a culture of quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and team management.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities.
• Knowledge of cGMP, FDA, EMA, and other international standards.
• Ability to balance compliance with business needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in managing audits, inspections, and regulatory processes.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage quality systems like training, document control, batch certification, and material release.
• Lead inspections, audits, and regulatory interactions.
• Oversee the implementation and improvement of Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Review and approve quality-related documents such as SOPs and validation reports.
• Mentor and support team members for professional growth.
• Represent the Quality function in leadership meetings and cross-functional projects.
• Drive initiatives to reduce batch release cycle times and improve operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical mindset

cGMP knowledge

Audits & Inspections

Regulatory processes

Job description

R&D Partners in Ireland seeks a Senior Manager of Quality Assurance Operations to lead QA activities at a pharmaceutical manufacturing site. You will ensure products meet global regulatory standards, oversee compliance programs, and drive continuous improvement across cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes management of quality systems, regulatory interactions, and performance coaching to sustain a culture of quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.