Becton, Dickinson and Company

Staff Quality Systems Specialist I

Becton, Dickinson and Company$135K — $216K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BS degree in Engineering, Science, or related discipline.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in medical device, biologic, pharmaceutical, or diagnostic industries.
  • Strong understanding of US and International medical device regulations (21CFR820, ISO 13485, MDD/MDR).
  • Proven communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated ability in analytical, technical, and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and update Site / Unit procedures and work instructions.
  • Lead site CAPA activities as the Subject Matter Expert and facilitate CAPA Board meetings.
  • Manage audits and collaborate with Audit Program Manager to meet internal audit requirements.
  • Coordinate Quality Notifications and guide end users in processing them.
  • Support problem-solving and root cause analysis for quality issues.
  • Analyze quality data trends and report on relevant metrics.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance policies and address Quality Issues.

Benefits

  • On-site collaboration fosters creativity and innovation.
  • Minimum of 4 days in-office presence to maintain operational excellence.
  • Support for work-life balance while ensuring flexibility.
  • COVID-19 vaccination proof may be required for employment.
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Job Description

Job Responsibilities:
  • Develops applicable Site / Unit procedures / work instructions and may make updates to Unit level procedures and policies.
  • Serves as the Site CAPA Leader
    • Acts as Subject Matter Expert to CAPA end users regarding CAPA content and Trackwise utilization.
    • Leads site CAPA Board meetings and liaises with the WW CAPA Board to ensure timely completion of CAPA activities and identify areas of improvement/escalation
  • Serves as the site Audit Manager
    • Collaborates with the PS Internal Audit Program Manager to assess risks and ensure site internal audit requirements are met
    • Ensures systematic execution of all required internal, external (FDA, ISO, etc.) and customer audits
    • Supports pre- and post-inspection activities, which may include but are not limited to hosting and logistics, coaching subject matter experts, record review, and tracking of responses, actions and other audit closure activities.
    • Acts as Subject Matter Expert regarding audit process and electronic tools utilization.
  • Serves as the site coordinator for Quality Notifications (NCs and Planned Deviations)
    • Acts as Subject Matter Expert regarding QN content, process, and electronic tools utilization
    • Supports end users in meeting timely completion of QN related activities
  • Leads or supports problem-solving and root cause analysis activities, as needed. Coaches cross-functional teams as a problem-solving subject matter expert.
  • Tracks trends of various Quality Data sources (CAPA, Audits, QNs, etc.). Analyzes and reports on metrics.
  • Assists with Management Review content development and related activities.
  • Maintains Site and WW Quality Systems. Supports continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborates with cross-functional partners such as Quality Engineering, R&D, Operations, Medical, Marketing to seek their input into the development of policies and procedures, and their support in addressing Quality Issues.


Education and Experience:
  • BS degree in in Engineering, Science, or other related discipline
  • At least 8 years of medical device, biologic, pharmaceutical, or diagnostic industry experience.


Knowledge and Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of US and International regulations and standards that apply to the medical device industry including 21CFR820, ISO 13485, MDD/MDR, MDSAP country requirements as well as other requirements applicable to the product.
  • Proficient communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize workload. Self-motivated / directed, require minimum supervision
  • Effective analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective meeting and presentation skills.
  • Ability to perform and/or host internal / external audits.
  • Collaborative ability to work in teams to obtain desired results.


At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Primary Work Location
USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

Salary Range Information
$135,500.00 - $216,800.00 USD Annual

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