Job Description
Job Description
About the role
You will manage the quality function by providing work direction for quality engineers and inspectors and interact regularly with engineering, manufacturing, and service functions to establish quality standards for raw materials, work in process, and finished products.
Key Responsibilities
This position operates on an on-site / hybrid work schedule (role-dependent).
- Formulate a strategy to foster a high-performance culture with quality right first time suitable for a world-class medical device contract and legal manufacturer.
- Coach and develop staff who support the quality function during the manufacturing process and drive a culture of quality awareness.
- Drive improvements to the quality system that ensures its suitability, adequacy, and effectiveness.
- Understand and ensure compliance with cGMP, ISO 13485, and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 regulations.
- Work closely with commercial and operations to build value with top 10 key accounts and engage with customer quality representatives directly to implement short, medium, and long-term innovation and improvement plans.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a scientific related field.
- A minimum of 4 years of experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry with at least 3 years of experience in regulatory compliance and quality systems.
- At least 4 years of experience in managing a team.
Skills you need to succeed:
- Thorough knowledge of ISO 13485 and 21CFR Part 820.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills alongside strong presentation skills, with the ability to effectively work with various functions and levels within the organization.
Additional Information
What we offer
- Financial & Health Benefits: Includes Healthcare allowance, Insurance & Pension (for salaried employees), Service Awards, and Gift Vouchers for celebrations.
- Time Off & Flexibility: Enjoy additional leave based on seniority (up to 25 after 10 years), and flexible working arrangements (role-dependent).
- Continuous Development: Access Company Trainings, Educational Assistance, Individual Development discussions.
- Well-being & Flexibility: Benefit from an Employee Assistance Programme and regular Mental Health & Wellbeing webinars/seminars, as we have been accredited with IBEC Keep Well Mark. We also offer free onsite parking with electric car charging, and a Cycle Scheme.
Why join Avery Dennison
We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. We design and manufacture a wide variety of labeling and functional materials that enhance packaging, carry information that connects the physical and digital, and improve customer experience. Learn more at www.averydennison.com. At Avery Dennison, we work with the biggest brands in FMCG, Apparel, Automotive and Pharma industry. Our Longford, Ireland location, founded in 2007, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports our Materials Group division and employs approximately 250 talented individuals. Our applications and technologies are an integral part of products used daily in medical settings around the world. Our commitment to science and innovation alongside our passion to positively impact patient care makes us a trusted partner for medical device manufacturers. Key functions at this site include Operations, Supply Chain, Quality & Regulatory Affairs, Advanced Research & Development, New Product Development, New Production Introduction, Process Engineering and Sales and Customer Service, offering diverse career paths and opportunities for growth.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation at [email protected]. In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) like Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health group. Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach.
