Director of Quality Operations Active Medical Device & Digital Products (m/f/d) at Fresenius Medical Care

Schweinfurt, Bavaria, Germany

Fresenius Medical Care Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Degree in Science, Engineering or related field; advanced qualification in Quality Management preferred
  • Minimum of 10-15 years of professional experience in Quality Assurance, with at least 5–10 years in senior leadership roles within the medical device, pharma or healthcare sector
  • In-depth knowledge of quality and regulatory frameworks (ISO 13485, 21 CFR 820, ISO 14971, MDR)
  • Strong leadership, communication and presentation skills, especially in executive settings
  • Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with strong change agility
  • Skilled in using quality management tools (SAP, TrackWise, SharePoint, etc.)
  • Fluent in English and German (written and spoken)
  • Experience with dialysis, ECMO or other Class IIb/III active medical devices preferred

Responsibilities

  • Establish, maintain and continuously improve an effective Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO 13485, ISO 27001 and global regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, MDR)
  • Define and develop Manufacturing Quality Strategy for AMD Network in alignment with global business strategy
  • Provide strategic leadership for Quality Operations across multiple sites, including QA, QC and QMS functions
  • Ensure compliance through internal and external audits, CAPA management and quality reporting
  • Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, R&D and Suppliers to ensure product and process quality
  • Align local systems with corporate GMS standards and certification requirements
  • Lead and develop a diverse, high-performing quality team
  • Exercise decision-making authority in critical quality matters, including production holds when necessary
  • Manage departmental budgets and monitor performance through defined KPIs

Skills

ISO 13485
ISO 27001
FDA
MDR
21 CFR 820
ISO 14971
Quality Management System
CAPA
SAP
TrackWise
SharePoint
QA
QC
Medical Devices

Fresenius Medical Care

Provides dialysis and renal healthcare services

About Fresenius Medical Care

Fresenius Medical Care North America focuses on delivering high-quality healthcare services to individuals with kidney and other chronic conditions. The company operates a vast network of dialysis centers and outpatient labs for cardiac and vascular care, ensuring coordinated treatment for many patients across the continent. It stands out as the largest fully integrated renal company, providing not only dialysis services but also specialty pharmacy and laboratory services. Additionally, Fresenius manufactures and distributes a wide range of dialysis equipment, disposable products, and renal pharmaceuticals. The goal of Fresenius Medical Care is to enhance the quality of life for patients with chronic illnesses by providing comprehensive and accessible healthcare solutions.

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1996Year Founded
$39.1MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
11-50Employees

Benefits

Professional Development Budget
Conference Attendance Budget
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased competition from telehealth solutions like Philips' eCareManager 4.1.
Rising mental health challenges may impact FMCNA's employee productivity.
Virtual reality education may face adoption and accessibility challenges in rural areas.

Differentiation

FMCNA is the world's largest fully integrated renal company.
FMCNA offers a comprehensive line of dialysis equipment and renal pharmaceuticals.
FMCNA provides coordinated healthcare services at pivotal care points for chronic conditions.

Upsides

Telehealth market growth supports FMCNA's remote patient monitoring services.
Home dialysis market expansion aligns with FMCNA's patient-centric care approach.
AI integration enhances FMCNA's predictive analytics and personalized medicine capabilities.

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