Quality Assurance Specialist

At Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible.

Position Summary

The Quality Assurance Specialist (QAS) will work within the Quality Assurance department to provide review of device/product records to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, international and accreditation standards. The QAS will perform Internal Quality Audits, Perform Supplier Audits, audit Device Master Records (DMR), Design History Files (DHF) and Device History Records (DHR) for compliance and release criteria. The QAS will also contribute to compliance activities of the Globus quality system and participate in continuous improvement activities. The position responsibilities may include the following, although other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary.

Essential Functions

• Supports Lead Auditors and Audit Program Manager with audit management.
• Performs Internal Quality Audits.
• Performs Supplier Audits.
• Supports Supplier File maintenance.
• Audits Device Master Records and Design History Files.
• Reviews certificates of compliance or test reports.
• Reviews technical and performance specifications.
• Reviews receiving inspection documentation.
• Reports non-conformances and discrepancies.
• Generates Excel Spreadsheets.
• Participates in continuous improvement functions and implement changes for improvement.
• Issue Quality System documents and coordinate training process.
• Ensures documentation is complete, properly formatted and meets corporate standards.
• Assist in assigning and tracking purchasing change requests from initiation through closure.
• Performs database searches, data analysis, and reporting as required.
• Organize and communicate status of work to management and other personnel as required and to keep them informed of objectives and progress.
• Update and maintain Net Dimensions training system.
• Other duties and responsibilities as necessary.
• Adheres to the letter and spirit of the company Code of Conduct, the AdvaMed Code, MedTech Code, and all other company policies.
• Ensures Compliance with applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations, both in the United States and internationally, by completing introductory and annual training and maintaining knowledge of compliance as it applies to your role
• Represents the company in a professional manner and upholds the highest standards of ethical business practices and socially responsible conduct in all interactions with other employees, customers, suppliers, and other third parties
  
  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience performing file reviews and/or audits
• QA or QC experience within the medical device, biotech or other regulated industry. preferred
• Knowledge of GMP regulations preferred
• Must be knowledgeable with Microsoft word and Excel programs
• Must have ability to evaluate and interpret technical data
• Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs.
• Strong typing skills, analytical skills, organizational skills and problem-solving techniques
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Attention to detail
• Self-starter
  
  

Physical Demands

The physical demands listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Required to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Required to possess specific visons abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and capacity to adjust focus.
  
  

Our Values

Our Life Moves Us philosophy is built on four values: Passionate About Innovation, Customer Focused, Teamwork, and Driven.

• Passionate about Innovation: Improving patient care by delivering advanced technology to our customers is at the core of what we do. We are passionate in our role in improving the lives of patients by continuously developing better solutions.
• Customer Focused: We listen to our customers’ needs and respond with a sense of urgency.
• Teamwork: Working together, anything is possible. We value every person on our team and treat each other with respect. We are accountable to one another and support each other. Together, we make each other stronger.
• Driven: We pursue our mission with energy and passion. We are nimble, results-oriented and decisive. We overcome obstacles that arise in our quest to deliver solutions that will improve the lives of our customers and patients.
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Globus Medical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or citizenship. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.