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We are searching for the best talent for Site Quality Assurance Director to be in Grecia, Costa Rica.

In alignment with all federal, state, and local laws and Johnson & Johnson corporate guidelines, your responsibilities will include:

• May serve as the Management Representative and/or Head of Quality for the Site, as needed.
• Analyzing and presenting information related to business conditions, production capacities, and quality indicators.
• Overseeing the formulation of operational policies and procedures to ensure compliance and optimize quality systems.
• In partnership with the Quality System Leader, oversees the execution of activities such as CAPA, Nonconformance, Training, Change Control, Supplier Quality.
• Supports the implementation and updates of digital systems that support the business framework.
• Creating and refining product assurance programs, detailing roles, responsibilities, and operational procedures.
• Evaluating product assurance reports and collaborating with management to inform budgetary decisions.
• Partnering with Regulatory Compliance to guarantee adherence during internal and external audits.
• Organizing and managing quality projects in line with company objectives.
• Facilitating the professional development and training of your team members.
• Forecasting staffing and resource needs based on project priorities.
• Communicating business-related issues and opportunities to upper management.
• Ensure that team members adhere to Company health, safety, and environmental standards while providing the necessary resources for compliance.
• Performing additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• A minimum of 10 years of applicable experience, preferably within the Medical Device Industry.
• Strong understanding of relevant standards and regulations.
• A Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• Proven experience in multinational environments and managing significant projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing, cross-functional teams.
• Experience with FDA or other Health Authority inspections is essential.

Skills:

• Deep knowledge of laws and standards related to medical device manufacturing.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex documents.
• Skilled at handling sensitive inquiries and complaints effectively.
• Proficient in delivering persuasive presentations on complex topics to a variety of audiences, including top management.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, including data collection and analysis.
• Experience interacting with government representatives.
• Leadership and management capabilities, especially within the context of regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in Advanced Quality Systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and statistical problem-solving skills.
• ASQC certifications are preferred but not required.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is a plus.