Compliance Officer – Medical Devices

Hace 2 días

tijuana, baja california, México Grupo TECMA Jornada completa

Quality & Regulatory Compliance



  • Own and maintain the site Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with:
  • FDA QMSR (21 CFR 820 - ISO 13485:2016 aligned)
  • ISO 13485 and applicable global regulations
  • Monitor and implement regulatory updates (FDA, ISO, international) and translate them into actionable site requirements.
  • Ensure QMS documentation is current, effective, and audit-ready.

Audits & Inspections



  • Lead and host:
  • FDA inspections
  • ISO / registrar audits
  • Customer audits (medical device OEMs)
  • Own audit preparation, execution, response, and closure.
  • Develop and track CAPAs to ensure root cause effectiveness and prevention of recurrence.

Risk Management & CAPA



  • Ensure robust risk management practices across:
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Material changes
  • Supplier changes
  • Lead investigations for quality events, deviations, and escapes.
  • Ensure CAPAs are data-driven, systemic, and aligned with regulatory expectations.

Supplier & External Compliance



  • Oversee supplier qualification, audits, and ongoing monitoring.
  • Ensure compliance related to:
  • Outsourced processes
  • Critical suppliers
  • Cybersecurity considerations impacting QMS (as applicable)

Manufacturing & Operations Interface



  • Partner closely with:
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Quality
  • Supply Chain
  • Operations
  • Ensure compliance is embedded in day-to-day operations (IQC, MRB, change control, product release).
  • Support NPI, transfers, and special builds from a compliance and risk standpoint.

Export & Medical Device Shipping Compliance



  • Ensure regulatory compliance for export of medical devices to the U.S. and other markets.
  • Verify documentation integrity for product release and shipment.
  • Support regulatory requirements related to combination products if applicable.

Training & Culture



  • Develop and deploy compliance and regulatory training across the organization.
  • Build a strong quality culture focused on prevention, discipline, and accountability.

Act as a mentor and subject-matter expert for Quality and Engineering teams


Required Qualifications



  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, or related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in medical device manufacturing or EMS with strong regulatory exposure.
  • Deep, hands-on knowledge of:
  • FDA 21 CFR 820 / QMSR
  • ISO 13485:2016
  • Proven experience leading FDA and customer audits.
  • Strong background in CAPA, risk management, and change control.
  • Experience working with international customers and corporate stakeholders.
  • Fluent English (written and spoken) – required for audits and executive communication.

Preferred Qualifications



  • Experience in EMS or high-mix / low-volume medical manufacturing.
  • Prior interaction with FDA investigators.
  • Experience supporting FDA registrations and site readiness.
  • Familiarity with MDSAP (preferred, not required).
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity considerations within QMS.
  • Certification in Quality or Regulatory disciplines (ASQ, RAPS, etc.).