Senior Manager, Quality Assurance

SENIOR MANAGER, QUALITY ASSURANCE

HUNT VALLEY, MD

COTY is looking for smart leaders who are fast and passionate.

The Senior Manager, Quality Assurance will ensure quality and compliance of the OTC drug and cosmetic products manufactured at the plant; Manage the activity of the quality department and ensure the factory delivers Quality products in compliance with Safety, Quality and Regulatory requirements; meeting customers and consumers expectations.

THE ROLE

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Lead and manage the QA & QC teams to deliver key performance indicator results that support the Coty Hunt Valley's strategic objectives, goals, strategies and measures (OGSMs)

• Provide direction and support the daily management and work prioritization of a team of 14+ to achieve process and product quality goals

• Assure compliance with FDA & Health Canada regulations for OTC Drug and Cosmetics, as well as all other applicable Federal, State, and local regulations

• Assure compliance with Corporate QA/QC policies and procedures

• Manage site Quality Systems including Product Release, Written Procedures, Complaint Management, Quality Investigations and CAPA Program, GMP's, Quality Training, Internal Audits, Vendor Quality Management, etc.

• Leads, develops and empowers Quality Technicians engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure continuous control over materials, lab facilities, and products

• Collaborate and provide QA leadership in processes such as investigations, corrective and preventive action (CAPA) plans, complaints, risk management, risk assessments

• Partner with Operations teams to identify, investigate, and communicate documented root cause and corrective actions to eliminate quality defects

• Evaluate audit observation trends and compliance risks and escalate to QA Management, as required

• Participate ( eg , host/co-host inspections, lead or support inspection back-room/preparation room activities) during external and regulatory agency inspections

• Works cross functionally to solve problems and produce solutions that work for the broader team

• Works across all levels in the organization to deliver GMP Quality compliance

• Daily, Weekly and Monthly Reporting of Quality Key Performance Indicators

QUALIFICATIONS

We'd love to see candidates who have:

Essential:

• BS in Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology, or another technical field with at least 8 years of experience in OTC or pharmaceutical manufacturing industry with significant experience in GMP environment

• Experience managing direct reports in a manufacturing / production environment

• Strong knowledge of cGMP requirements

• Prior regulatory inspection experience (eg , hosting inspections, inspection readiness planning and execution, etc.)

• Working current knowledge of Quality Assurance methodologies

• Able to collaborate, influence and work effectively across multiple departments

• Able to be a decisive and fearless decision maker based on company and/or quality policies and procedures

• Strong data gathering, metrics development, and report generation skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently

• Effective communicator verbally and in writing and ability to summarize key learnings and study results to influence decision making

• Demonstrated ability to lead people in a positive manner

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and diverse projects concurrently

• Demonstrated ability to develop positive relationships and collaborations

• Calm under pressure

• Experience working with SAP

WHAT WE OFFER

This is unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You'll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way.

ABOUT US

Our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing the boldest ideas to life every day. If you're the kind of person who refuses to settle, if you want to think bigger, learn faster and go further than you ever thought possible - we'd love to hear from you.

Coty is deeply committed to Changing the Conversation around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in an effort to create a more open, inclusive, and diverse workplace where all employees can be their authentic self.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

We offer equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Coty complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact cotyjobsUS@cotyinc.com. We strongly believe that cultivating a diverse workplace gives a company strength. The combination of unique skills, abilities, experiences and backgrounds creates an environment that produces extraordinary results. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.

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