Quality Systems Manager for Plasma Center

Grifols, S.A; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO & Holidays

401(K) match

Job summary

Grifols, a global healthcare company, is seeking a Quality Systems Manager for the Portland donor center. You will oversee the quality management system, drive regulatory compliance, and lead audits to ensure product safety and donor protection.

The role requires 2–5 years in a medical/cGMP environment, a BS degree, and strong analytical abilities. Travel to sites in the region may be required; salary ranges from $68,640 to $102,960 with bonus eligibility up to 20%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent.
• Certified and proficient in quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintains oversight of the center’s quality management system and ensures continuous quality improvement, by addressing deficiencies in a timely manner and communicating concerns to the appropriate parties.
• Directs and monitors processes and ensures center compliance with all applicable state, federal, and company-designated regulations. Implements SOPs for quality control and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborates with Center Manager to ensure donor center operates in a manner which assures product quality, donor suitability and donor safety are maintained.
• Oversees the Quality Systems Associate including hiring, training, performance, and scheduling.
• Oversees audits including preparation, execution, corrective actions, and follow-up.
• Performs root-cause analysis for deviations and customer complaints relating to donor safety and product quality.
• Reviews donor adverse event reports and related documents.
• Ensures annual training is completed and documented.
• Ensures supplies meet quality requirements and proper storage conditions.
• Determines donor suitability activities and manages donor deferrals as appropriate.
• Prepares quality analysis reports and conducts in-depth investigations to resolve systemic issues.
• Holds monthly Quality Meetings to communicate status updates.

Education

Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent

Certified and proficient in quality and compliance

Job description

Quality Systems Manager for Plasma Center

Location: OR-Portland, US

Contract Type: Regular Full-Time

Area: PROCUREMENT

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Job Title: QUALITY SYSTEMS MANAGER

Estimated Salary Range: $68,640.00 - $102,960.00 per year , depending on training, education, and experience. This position is eligible to participate in up to 20% of the company bonus pool.

Summary

Evaluates processes, develops action plans, and coordinates the strategic implementation of system processes and corrective actions at the plasma donor center. Reports to the Regional Quality Manager.

Primary Responsibilities for Role

• Maintains oversight of the center’s quality management system and ensures continuous quality improvement, by addressing deficiencies in a timely manner and communicating concerns to the appropriate parties.
• Directs and monitors processes and ensures center compliance with all applicable state, federal, and company-designated regulations. Implements Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for quality control and overall regulatory compliance.
• Collaborates with Center Manager to ensure the donor center operates in a manner which assures product quality, donor suitability and donor safety are maintained.
• Responsible for the personnel functions of the Quality Systems Associate; including direction, assignment of work, hiring, development and training, disciplinary actions, termination, maintenance of personnel records, work schedule and delegation/follow-up of tasks.
• Responsible for oversight of all aspects of internal and external audits including audit preparation, execution, response, implementation of corrective/preventative actions, assessment of corrective actions, and follow-up as required.
• Continuously assesses, promotes, and improves the effectiveness of the quality and training systems in the donor center through recognition of trends, investigation of failures in the execution of procedures, and direct observations.
• Documents, investigates, and performs root-cause analysis for deviations and customer complaints, specifically in how they relate to the safety of the donor and the quality of the product.
• Investigates identified trends and performs follow-up on corrective and preventive actions, system implementations, and process improvement plans to measure/determine effectiveness.
• Oversees product and biohazard waste shipments: Ensures shipments meet regulatory specifications and product release requirements; ensures accurate labeling and documentation; and, authorizes final shipment.
• Performs a review of the documentation of unsuitable test results and unit lookback information.
• Performs a review of donor adverse event reports and the applicable related documents.
• Ensures that job and center annual training (i.e. Advanced cGMP, Blood Borne Pathogen, and others as may be required) is completed, documented, and on file.
• Performs employee training observations to ensure staff competency prior to releasing employees to work independently.
• Ensures that all supplies and materials ordered meet quality requirements prior to use and are always stored in appropriate temperature/facility conditions. Initiates appropriate investigations if these requirements are not met. Initiates rejection of supplies for non-compliance.
• Determines donor suitability activities and manages donor deferrals as appropriate. Reviews and approves deferred donor reinstatement activities.
• Prepares quality analysis reports to track issues and set goals. Does in depth research and analysis to resolve systemic compliance issues.
• Ensures that Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) proficiency test surveys, complaint investigations, and training have been properly documented.
• Holds monthly Quality Meeting to communicate status updates and manage action outcomes.

Other Responsibilities for Role

• Leads projects and initiatives as requested.

This job description is intended to present the general content and requirements for the performance of this job. The description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Managers and supervisors may assign other duties as needed.

Job Requirements

EDUCATION

• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent.
• Certified and proficient in quality and compliance.

EXPERIENCE

• Typically requires 2-5 years of related experience in a medical and/or cGMP regulated environment.
• Experience with plasma or whole blood.

EQUIVALENCY

Depending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements. Example: If a job level requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience, an equivalency could include 8 years of experience, an Associate’s degree with 6 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 2 years of experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Command of interpersonal communication, organizational and problem-solving abilities. Ability to understand and assess FDA regulations. Strong integrity and commitment to quality and compliance. Full command of mathematics. Legible handwriting. High level of proficiency with computers. Proficient in root cause analysis and corrective/preventative actions. Ability to balance multiple competing priorities. Strong time management abilities. Proven ability to maintain a high level of quality and compliance and to become a valuable member of the center leadership team. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to travel when needed for meetings, events, and occasional support of other centers.

Occupational Demands

Work is performed in an office and/or a laboratory/manufacturing environment. Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms. Exposure to electrical office equipment. Exposure to extreme cold below 32*, miscellaneous production Chemicals, moving machinery and production equipment. Exposure to high levels of noise on production floor. Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves. Frequently sits for 6-8 hours per day. Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Occasionally walks. Occasionally bends and twists neck. Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 35lbs. Frequently drives to site locations with occasional travel within the United States. Able to communicate complex information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Works independently with little guidance or reliance on oral or written instructions and plans work schedules to meet goals. Frequently interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups. Must work with diverse groups to obtain consensus on issues. Ability to apply abstract principles to solve complex conceptual issues.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The estimated pay scale for the Quality Systems Manager based in PORTLAND, OR is $68,640.00 - $102,960.00 per year . Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in up to 20 % of the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and up to 5% 401(K) match. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, where the role is performed, internal equity and market data. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results. Since our humble beginnings in 1909, Grifols has been a family company that prides itself on its family-like culture. Our company has more than tripled over the last 10 years, and you can grow with us!

“We are looking to grow our teams with people who share our energy and enthusiasm for creating the best experience for our donors/customers.”

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.

Contact

Alex S. Contreras, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner - [phone]