Quality Manager-7683141023
Description
DePuy Synthes, Inc. a member of the Johnson & Johnson Family of companies is recruiting a Quality Manager to be located in West Chester, PA.
DePuy Synthes Companies of Johnson & Johnson is the largest, most innovative and comprehensive orthopedic and neurological business in the world. DePuy Synthes Companies will offer an unparalleled breadth and depth of products, services and programs in the areas of joint reconstruction, trauma, spine, sports medicine, neurological, craniomaxillofacial, power tools and biomaterials. Building on the legacy and strengths of two great companies, we are creating one organization that will be agile and better equipped in today's evolving health care environment. With a focus on activating insights to develop innovative, comprehensive solutions, we are inspired to advance patient care in greater ways than either company could accomplish on its own.
The Quality Manager develops, implements, and maintains the Quality Assurance System and provides technical contributions in a team environment. Builds cross-functional and cross-departmental support, fostering overall group effectiveness. Manages the direction and development of quality assurance associates and inspection areas.
The Quality Manager will perform all job duties in full accordance with the Worldwide Policies on Information Asset Protection, maintain password(s) as Confidential, and protect Critical Business Information. Recommends and guides implementation of functional strategies. Incumbent knows, understands, incorporates and complies with all applicable laws and regulations relating to DePuy's business activities and Policies and Procedures of the Health Care Compliance Program and Code of Conduct. Manage the activities of metrology, calibration, FAS, floor and final inspection to ensure quality of products manufactured by DePuy with emphasis on continuous improvement. Assist in devising and implementing methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating production. Provides technical Quality support to assigned inspection and manufacturing area(s). Requires consistent application of standard and advanced principles, theories, concepts and techniques - examples include process excellence/six-sigma tools, formal DOE methods, etc. Develops, implements and conducts/coordinates training in Quality Systems procedures to enhance efficiency, compliance in the areas of Product/Component Disposition, Non Conformance System, Corrective & Preventive Action System(CAPA), and Device History Records/Retention. Fosters harmony within functional and other areas. Contributes to the functional milestones associated with specific projects and to cross-functional teams. Provides coaching, useful feedback and direction to direct reports and teams. Holds people accountable for measurable results. Mentors and facilitates successful team behavior within and across functional areas and promotes the business value of diverse perspectives. Performs audits as required. Gathers and analyzes data and identifies trends to improve quality assurance systems' overall compliance, effectiveness, and efficiency. Participates in Management Review, CAPA and other meetings related to the QS. Investigates internal and external system failures and ensures successful resolution. Maintains quality assurance systems' inspection readiness. Compiles budgets, short and long range planning. Provides detailed justification for capital requests. Maintains compliance with company policies in regards to all safety, QSR and environmental issues.
Qualifications
A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Engineering, Science or a related technical discipline. A minimum of 8 years of related experience in an ISO and/or GMP environment is required. Medical Device industry experience is preferred. A minimum of 3 years of management/supervisory experience is required. Prior machine shop experience is required. Experience developing and implementing a major process or system improvement at site or regional level preferred. Experience working with Manufacturing, Product Development and Corporate functions is preferred. Must have strong leadership skills. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong statistical and analytical problem solving skills are required. Knowledge and experience with computer software including Word, Excel, Power Point and Access. The ability to collaborate with all levels of management and influence decision-making in a matrix environment is required.
This position will be located in West Chester, PA and requires up to 20% travel including potential international travel.
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Primary Location:North America-United States-Pennsylvania-West Chester
Organization: Depuy Orthopaedics. Inc. (6029)
Travel:Yes, 25 % of the Time
Job Function: Quality Assurance
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