Center Quality Leader — Compliance & Donor Safety

Octapharma Plasma; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

HSA

FSA

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Wellness program

PTO

Personal time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Octapharma Plasma is seeking a Center Quality Manager I to ensure regulatory compliance across plasma collection operations and to oversee quality control, donor safety, and documentation. You will lead QA activities, coordinate audits, and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements include a B.S. degree and a minimum of 1 year in QA, with strong knowledge of FDA/EMA standards and experience with QMS. This full-time role emphasizes cross-functional leadership and adherence to SOPs.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree or higher; other education/experience combinations may be considered.
• 1 year of experience in a Quality Assurance role required.
• Knowledge of FDA, EMA, ISO and other regulatory standards applicable to plasma collection and handling.

Responsibilities

• Operate independently of plasma center Operations to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Report critical incidents and negative trends to Operations team and Regional QA Director.
• Collaborate with Operations to ensure product quality and donor safety.
• Oversee QC processes including donor screening, plasma collection, storage, and shipping.
• Lead internal/external audits and inspections; prepare for them and communicate outcomes.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Lead monthly QA meetings; manage SOP changes and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Quality Assurance leadership

Regulatory knowledge (FDA/EMA)

Quality management systems

Documentation & audits

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

QMS software

Job description

Octapharma Plasma is seeking a Center Quality Manager I to ensure regulatory compliance across plasma collection operations and to oversee quality control, donor safety, and documentation. You will lead QA activities, coordinate audits, and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements include a B.S. degree and a minimum of 1 year in QA, with strong knowledge of FDA/EMA standards and experience with QMS. This full-time role emphasizes cross-functional leadership and adherence to SOPs.