Senior Quality Control Manager (Fort Worth, TX)

Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

As a Senior Quality Control Manager, you will play a critical leadership role within our Drug Product Operations, ensuring the highest standards of quality, compliance and scientific excellence. This is an opportunity to lead a high performing QC team, influence key quality decisions and make a meaningful impact on products that improve patients’ lives every day.

What will you be doing?

• Leading and overseeing day to day Quality Control laboratory operations to ensure timely and accurate testing of raw materials, in process samples, finished products and stability samples

• Acting as the primary decision maker for QC investigations including OOS, OOT and atypical results, applying robust root cause analysis to drive sustainable corrective actions

• Providing technical leadership and subject matter expertise across semi solid, liquid, ointment and cream formulations and analytical testing methods

• Supporting aseptic manufacturing operations, environmental monitoring programs and sterility assurance activities in close partnership with Manufacturing and Quality Assurance

• Developing, mentoring and coaching QC analysts and supervisors, building strong technical capability and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

• Ensuring all QC documentation, policies and laboratory systems meet GMP and GDP requirements, while leading audits and supporting regulatory inspections

What will you need to be successful?

• A Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related scientific discipline

• Extensive Quality Control experience within pharmaceutical drug product manufacturing, with strong exposure to semi solids, liquids, ointments and creams

• Proven leadership experience managing and developing QC teams in a GMP regulated environment

• Deep working knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Parts 210 and 211, with hands on experience leading laboratory investigations and root cause analysis

• Experience supporting aseptic manufacturing operations and associated quality requirements

• Strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across Manufacturing, Quality Assurance and other stakeholders

You. Unlimited.
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Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Reimbursement
Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

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