Quality Analyst

Position Summary The Quality Analyst is responsible for assisting in administration of the quality management system at a site to assure adherence to ISO 9001, ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820/211, EU GMPs, ISO 17025, ISO 11137 and/or ISO 11135 and other applicable regulatory standards.This role leads complaint/CAPA investigations, supplier quality improvement initiatives, continuous improvement initiatives and countermeasures with the use of statistical techniques and other accepted quality principles. This role executes activities concerned with the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of STERIS quality systems.The Analyst also supports production and quality operations by coordinating and performing problem-solving investigations, pre-reviews and final acceptance/run release of processing runs that contain non-conformances.Responsible for the activities related to quality and regulatory compliance to ensure all product processing requirements are met in accordance with Customer specifications including calibrations, dosimetry results, generation of test methods, audits, scheduling, validations, record keeping and reporting. This is an onsite, day shift position. What You'll do as a Quality Analyst Coordinate day-to-day tasks and direction for Quality Technicians/Senior Quality Technicians by providing technical support, mentoring and oversight. Responsible for oversight of all product and/or report pre-reviews and releases conducted by Quality Technicians/Senior Quality Technicians. Responsible for executing product and/or report releases for all processing runs/lab samples containing non-conformance, including management of Customer communication and leading the associated non-conformance investigations. Initiate and/or participate in corrective actions, problem-solving and continuous improvement activities. Perform internal audits at other AST facilities, including identification of non-compliances and report generation. Responsible for managing remediation of internal audit observations assigned by site Quality Manager. Manage creation of new quality system policies and procedures and revisions to existing policies/procedures. Review collected data to perform statistical analysis and recommend process changes to improve quality. Monitor and report on performance metrics. Instruct other STERIS employees in quality principles, effective corrective actions, and valid statistical techniques. Collaborate with other departments and facilities within the company on quality related issues. Lead quality system programs (i.e. calibration, maintenance, training, CAPA, complaints, non-conformances, supplier quality, management review, operational qualifications, document control, change control, risk management, etc.). Overall responsibilities include commitment to ensure external and internal requirements are met according to documented policies, procedures, standards and regulations. Perform other duties as assigned. The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed Required: Bachelors degree in Scientific or related field. 1-5 years of combined manufacturing/quality engineering and/or quality systems experience. 1-5 years of experience working in an ISO certified environement. Preferred: 1-5 years of experience with medical device or other regulated industries. Working knowledge of FDA QSR/EUGMP regulations. Other: Excellent problem-solving skills Focus on identification of potential issues and continuous improvement. Experience working on cross-functional teams and on own initiative. Demonstrated excellent organizational, oral and written communications skills. Must have PC experience, as well as working familiarity of desktop applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment with strict deadlines. Mathematical skills including practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions and algebra. What STERIS Offers We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future. Here is just a brief overview of what we offer: Market Competitive Pay Extensive Paid Time Off and (8) added holidays Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits Long/Short Term disability coverage 401(k) with company match Maternity & Paternal Leave Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance Tuition Reimbursement and continued educations programs Excellent opportunities for advancement and stable long-term career Pay range for this opportunity is $76,000 - $91,000.This position is eligible for bonus participation. Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc. STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits:STERIS Benefits Open until position is filled. STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity. STERIS