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We are the makers of possible 

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

Reports to the Director, Quality Engineering, WWIPD. The Sr Design Quality Systems Manager is responsible for the San Diego Design Center Quality System Compliance, and for ensuring consistent application of Design Control requirements and best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and improve the IPD San Diego Design Center Quality System, provide strategic direction so that the QS architecture support the business needs and future growth. 

• Establish and maintain QMS linkages with all entities that interact with the IPD San Diego Design Center. Maintains quality agreements.

• Monitor the effectiveness of the QMS, review key indicators, address negative trends, and prepare Management Review meetings.

• Maintain effectiveness of the CAPA process. 

• Ensure compliance of the San Diego Design Center QMS, maintain effectiveness of the internal audit program, coordinate external audits and ensure that Design center sites are ready to manage external audits.

• Ensure effective and consistent application of design controls across all programs in scope of San Diego Design Center; Participate in Design Review meetings and establish and maintain a Design Controls training program.

• Collaborates with core teams to establish Design Controls and Risk Management implementation strategies in compliance with internal, Industry, and Government Standards.

• Responsible for Risk Management system. Ensures consistent application of risk management, its effectiveness, and for maintaining compliance with internal, Industry, and Government Standards.

• Responsible for establishing and maintaining linkages between Risk Management and other processes such as Post Market Quality, Design Control, and Change Control.

• Provide Quality functional support for labeling programs and labeling process improvement activities.

• Implement, Measure and Report on the progress of the Quality Management Strategic initiatives, such as Inspire Quality.

• Software validation

• Quality functional support for implementation of electronic systems that that impact the QMS.

Scope of Responsibilities

• Leads a team of specialist that support the Quality Management System, including the CAPA and internal audit processes.

• Assignments are often self-initiated. Determine and pursue course of action necessary to obtain desired results.

• Participates in, and may provide leadership for multi-disciplinary projects

• Considered Site Quality Management System Subject Matter Expert, including Design Controls and Risk Management.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree required in engineering or life sciences related field.  

• Minimum ten (10) years progressive experience in Quality Assurance within an FDA regulated industry; QA administration and planning experience required.

• Minimum 3 (three) years of direct management experience of QA professional and technical staff

• Expertise in regulations affecting medical devices marketed in all regions throughout the world.

• Expertise in failure investigation and medical device CAPA process.  

• Experience in medical device product development and application of Design Controls.

• Strong understanding of design quality assurance.  

• Lead Quality System auditor experience.

• Experience managing regulatory audits and responding to regulatory authorities.

• Proven leadership capability and teamwork across functions and regions.

• Ability to manage complex situations and make sound decisions.

Preferred qualifications:

• Certified as Engineer or Auditor by the American Society for Quality (ASQ).

• Green Belt or Black Belt from a recognized program.

• Experience working in a design center.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Quality Management Systems requirements for medical devices

• Knowledge and applied experience of 21CFR,  MDD 93/42/EEC, MDR 2017/745, ISO13485, and ISO14971

• Quality system auditing

• Management of FDA and notified body audits.

• Risk Management

• Change control.

• Software Validation

• Test method validations

• Post Market Surveillance

• Statistical Analysis

• CAPA – Root cause investigation and implementation of corrective/ preventive actions

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, assertiveness skills

• Good written and oral communication  

• Cross functional team collaboration and influencing.

• Critical thinking and analytical skills

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.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

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