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Job Description

QUALITY MANAGER Would you like to work in an international environment where you’ll make a difference every day? At Permobil, we’re looking for game-changers to join us as we innovate for individuals and develop the world’s most advanced assistive solutions. At Permobil, the people who use our products come first. Our purpose is to create advanced assistive solutions that make the lives of adults and children living with disabilities more enriching. Our people are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver innovations that improve lives. We are a sustainable and responsible business committed to continuous improvement, and our customers can trust us to provide market-leading solutions driven by insights-based clinical data. Position Overview As Quality Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the effectiveness, compliance, and continuous improvement of the site Quality Management System (QMS). Reporting to the Vice President, Quality Operations, you will partner with teams across manufacturing, engineering, operations, and regulatory affairs to maintain product quality and regulatory compliance throughout the product lifecycle. This role is critical in driving a strong quality culture while ensuring compliance with applicable medical device regulations and industry standards. Key Responsibilities Lead site quality activities, including Management Reviews, CAPA Review Boards, change management, and manufacturing quality support, Ensure compliance of the Quality Management System (QMS) with MDR 2017/745, and other applicable regulatory requirements, Drive and oversee CAPA, non-conformance, complaints, audits, document control, training, validation, and risk management processes, Monitor QMS performance through KPI tracking, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives, Investigate quality issues, support root cause analysis, and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions, Partner with Operations to drive continuous improvement, Provide quality and regulatory guidance across the organization, Support and host internal and external audits, ensuring timely closure of findings, Promote a culture of quality excellence and continuous improvement across the site. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor's or Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field, 3-5 years of experience in a regulated industry, preferably medical devices or pharmaceuticals, Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems and quality assurance practices, Experience with CAPA, non-conformance management, audits, and change control, Good understanding of MDR 2017/745 and ISO 13485 requirements, Knowledge of ISO 14971 risk management principles is an advantage, Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders, Fluent in Dutch and English, both written and spoken, Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Who Are You? You are a quality-focused professional with a passion for compliance, continuous improvement, and delivering safe, reliable products that improve people's lives. You have a collaborative mindset and enjoy working across functions to solve complex challenges and drive sustainable improvements. With strong analytical skills and the ability to influence stakeholders, you can balance regulatory requirements with business needs while fostering a culture of quality and accountability. Why is Permobil the next step for you? You’ll make a difference. Every day. Everything we do leads to understanding and improving the lives of our users. Through our evidence-based innovation, we make a difference to people’s lives. You’ll make your mark as part of our future. We collaborate with colleagues across borders to Innovate for Individuals. The impact you make personally could lead change around the world. You’ll feel welcome from day one. We’re known for being great colleagues, who are collaborative, fun and at the cutting-edge. Everyone at Permobil cares as much as you do about making a positive difference. Application Process We will conduct selection continuously so send us your application today or as soon as possible! Permobil is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. For more information about the position, please contact Ali Abdulrasul, Vice President Operations Quality, [email protected] For information about the recruitment process, please contact Zivile Mitkute, Talent Acquisition Partner, [email protected] Please respect that we do not wish recruitment assistance or advertising, we decline calls from recruitment and advertising providers. More About Permobil Permobil founder Dr. Per Uddén believed that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right and, for over 50 years, Permobil has held fast to that belief. Permobil is a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, passionate about better understanding our users’ needs and improving their quality of life through state-of-the-art healthcare solutions. Today, those solutions include power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, power assist, and manual wheelchairs. Permobil is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB, and is headquartered in Sweden. Permobil has 2,000 team members in 18 countries around the world. For more information regarding the company’s storied history and complete product line, visit permobil.com.

Core Responsibilities

Lead site quality activities and maintain the effectiveness, compliance, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System in line with applicable medical device regulations and standards. Oversee quality processes including CAPA, audits, complaints, risk management, and corrective actions, while partnering with other teams to strengthen product quality and the site’s quality culture.

Requirements

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in science, engineering, or a related field and 3–5 years of experience in a regulated industry are required, preferably in medical devices or pharmaceuticals. Candidates should have strong QMS and quality assurance knowledge, familiarity with MDR 2017/745 and ISO 13485, and fluency in Dutch and English; ISO 14971 knowledge is an advantage.