Deputy Quality Manager

Job Purpose

• The Deputy Quality Manager is responsible for supporting the Quality Manager in establishing, maintaining, and improving the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with GMP and relevant ISO standards. The role focuses on ensuring cleanroom production quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement during the expansion of medical device manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Management & Compliance
  • Assist in managing and maintaining the Quality Management System in compliance with GMP and ISO standards (ISO 13485 / ISO 13484 as applicable).
  • Ensure all production activities meet regulatory and internal quality requirements for medical devices.
  • Participate in preparing, implementing, and updating SOPs, quality manuals, and related documentation.
• Cleanroom Management
  • Oversee and manage ISO Class 8 cleanroom operations in accordance with GMP requirements.
  • Ensure cleanroom standards (environmental monitoring, hygiene, contamination control) are strictly followed.
  • Supervise validation, qualification, and routine monitoring of cleanroom facilities and equipment.
• Audit & Inspection Support
  • Support internal audits, external audits, and inspections by regulatory authorities and certification bodies.
  • Prepare audit reports, manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and ensure timely closure of non-conformities.
• Training & Supervision
  • Provide GMP, ISO, and cleanroom compliance training to production and quality staff.
  • Support the Quality Manager in supervising quality personnel and coordinating cross-functional activities.

Job Requirements

• Education
  • University degree in Pharmacy (Licensed Pharmacist preferred).
• Experience
  • Experience working with GMP-certified manufacturing environments.
  • Practical experience with ISO 13485 (or ISO 13484 as required) standards for medical devices.
  • Proven experience in cleanroom management, preferably ISO Class 8.
  • Strong understanding of GMP requirements related to cleanroom operations and medical device production.
• Skills & Competencies
  • Strong knowledge of GMP and cleanroom quality standards.
  • Good documentation, audit, and regulatory compliance skills.
  • Leadership, coordination, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• Professional working environment in a growing medical device manufacturing company.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement.
• Candidates currently living or able to live long-term in Hai Phong – proximity to the company is an advantage.