Sr. Manager, Quality Inspection

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Come join the Quality Control team at Penumbra, a medical device company committed to saving lives.

In this role you will develop, implement, and maintain quality system elements associated with but not limited to incoming and in-process inspections, including the correct maintenance of quality records and accurate inspections performed to ensure compliance to all applicable regulations, standards, and standard operating procedures.

Manage, develop, and supervise Quality Manager(s), Quality Specialist(s) and/or Quality Supervisor(s) supporting quality system elements.

Follow standards and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which conclusions can be readily obtained. The Senior Quality Manager strives for continuous improvement and efficiency while maintaining quality standards at all times. 

Specific Duties and Responsibilities
• Responsible for incoming, in-process, packaging, labeling, inspection records, and engineering development inspections.
• Apply FDA Quality System Regulations (QSR), Medical Device Directive (MDD), an applicable ISO requirements for medical device manufacturers to inspection-related activities.
• Formulate and carry out company directives based on knowledge of the Penumbra Quality System.
• Develop, supervise, and motivate a team of Quality Managers, Supervisors, Inspectors and Specialists. Establish objectives and assignments and provide ongoing feedback through performance reviews and development plans.
• Select and ensure the maintenance of equipment necessary to complete inspections.
• Review performance of inspection process outputs.
• Determine and secure staffing and material resources needed.
• Ensure compliance on Quality Inspections, Operations and Manufacturing Procedures.
• Interface with the FDA, state agencies, and notified bodies during routine ISO audits and FDA inspections.
• Ensure that health and safety guidelines are followed.
• Review the performance of subordinates.
• Identify and ensure that training needs are met.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement efficiencies.
• Develop goals and utilize appropriate metrics to monitor and make data driven decisions to strengthen department.
• Champion the reduction of GMP/GDP related issues.
• Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures.
• Understands relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adheres to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to the Company.
• Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications
• Bachelor of Science degree plus 10+ years of related experience in the fields of quality, biomedical, life/physical sciences or engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Solid analytical and decision-making ability and leadership skills
• Experience in statistical and data analysis
• ASQ certifications for CQE, CQA, CQM, or equivalent preferred
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of FDA, QSRs, ISO standards, and the MDD
• Knowledge of sterilization requirements and environmental qualification for medical devices
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, and MS Project
• Technical writing proficiency (e.g., protocols, analytical reports, ECOs, SOPs, Work Instructions, Inspection Methods)
• Practical knowledge in Statistical Process Control, Process Capability, Gage R&R, DOE, software Quality Assurance, electronic records, and risk analysis
• Analytical laboratory testing conditions (e.g., in vivo, in vitro)
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize assignments while handling various projects simultaneously

Working Conditions
• General office, laboratory, and cleanroom environments
• Business travel from 0% - 10%
• Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Requires some lifting and moving of up to 25 pounds
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms, and to use a computer, sitting for extended periods.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to read, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Annual Base Salary Range:  $148,770- $196,650    
We offer a competitive compensation package plus a benefits and equity program, when applicable.  
Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.  
What We Offer:
• A collaborative teamwork environment where learning is constant and performance is rewarded
• The opportunity to be part of the team that is revolutionizing the treatment of some of the world's most devastating diseases
• A generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a 401(k) match; and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
 
Penumbra, Inc., headquartered in Alameda, California, is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies. Penumbra designs, develops, manufactures and markets novel products and has a broad portfolio that addresses challenging medical conditions in markets with significant unmet need. Penumbra sells its products to hospitals and healthcare providers primarily through its direct sales organization in the United States, most of Europe, Canada and Australia, and through distributors in select international markets. The Penumbra logo is a trademark of Penumbra, Inc.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you reside in the State of California, please also refer to Penumbra’s Privacy Notice for California Residents.
For additional information on Penumbra’s commitment to being an equal opportunity employer, please see Penumbra's AAP-Policy-Statement.