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Senior Manager, Quality Assurance

United States - California - Foster CityFull-time2026-10-21 → 2026-11-10

Core

Strategizing and delivering Quality Assurance objectives for the Foster City Manufacturing New Chess Facility, supporting startup, operational readiness, and steady-state manufacturing and analytical operations.

Role type

Senior Manager, Quality Assurance (Site-based Individual Contributor)

Builds

Biologics drug products and analytical methods in compliance with GMP

Domain

Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing / Quality Assurance

Required skills

GMP/GLPs, Quality Risk Management, CAPA, Regulatory Compliance (FDA/Health Canada), Manufacturing Operations, Analytical Methods, Cross-functional Collaboration, Documentation Control, Audit Management, Training & Mentoring

Preferred skills

Six Sigma/DMAIC, Risk Management Tools (HACCP/FMEA), ASQ Certification, Computer System Validation (CSV)

Technologies

Electronic Records and Signature Systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems (implied by GMP context)

Responsibilities

Oversee external QC laboratories and method lifecycle activities; Review and approve laboratory investigations (OOS/OOT/deviations); Manage QA personnel and performance reviews; Approve GMP documentation and specifications; Participate in internal GMP audits and regulatory inspections; Lead or support CAPA recommendations and compliance audits; Interface with contract manufacturers and regulatory agencies.

Seniority

Senior Manager, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities