Quality Control Manager
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TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage the Quality Control Team.
• Responsible for daily operation planning of the Quality Control Team.
• Develop and implement quality control strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Foster a culture of quality and continuous improvement within the quality control team and across the organization.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, to address quality issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Responsible for the testing and analysis of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure adherence to specifications and quality standards.
• Responsible for qualification and validation of analytical methods, instruments, and equipment used in quality control testing.
• Responsible for Quality Control Deviations, OOS, CAPAs and Customer Complaints.
• Participate in regulatory inspections and audits and ensure compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and other regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for transfer and implementation of raw materials / incoming materials sampling process and inspection.
• Support calibration and maintenance programs for the quality laboratory equipment.
• Responsible for Laboratory Metrics.
• Budget planning.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory updates, and emerging technologies in quality control and recommend implementation of best practices and new methodologies.
• Any other duty can be assigned if adequate training is provided.

WHO YOU ARE

• Position based in Alajuela.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology, Pharmacy, or Biotechnology.
• Spanish (native) and English (advanced). Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing at a level commensurate with regulatory and technical reporting requirements.
• 2+ years of experience in microbiological and physical chemical laboratories.
• Previous management experience (over 2 years) is desirable.
• The role demands a comprehensive understanding of regulatory frameworks, analytical techniques, and continuous improvement methodologies to uphold product quality and compliance.
• Strong demonstrable knowledge in validation of analytical methods is mandatory.
• Statistical Techniques Knowledge.
• Knowledge of QMS systems and subsystems.
• Knowledge of laboratory systems / systems management.
• Demonstrated advanced problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s).
• Knowledge of ISO system (9001, 13485, 14644, 17025).
• Manage laboratory and professional team members.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment and to self-direct, as required.
• Ability to manage technical information and reports.
• Ability to be flexible in changing daily workload priorities as directed.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to build relationships and partnerships within the organization.

At Bayer we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion. We aim to create an environment in which everybody can feel authentic, respected and equally valued. Every day we strive to reflect on our values through our people’s unique capabilities, self-experiences, and aspirations. We intentionally seek diversity, to enable our people to bring their fullest potential out and encourage others to likewise do so. Our company wins when we leverage our capabilities to lead the cultural transformation in our business, positively impacting society.

Candidates who meet the requirements based on the job profile will be considered for employment regardless of physical disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and will not be at a disadvantage if unemployed.