Manager, Technical Affairs

About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded, global organization with a rich history in animal health and nutrition as a manufacturer and marketer of medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. We strive to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers who raise or care for farm and companion animals by providing solutions to help them maintain and enhance the health of their animals.

 

Phibro is a diversified company in manufacturing and marketing products for ethanol performance, microbials for plants, home and industrial applications, and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. In addition to, Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $1 billion and are supported by over 2,400 employees worldwide.

 

At Phibro, people are our greatest asset. We strive to develop a diverse workforce that fosters an environment where people feel supported in openly sharing their creativity and skills that allows them to be the most successful that they can be.

 

If you are interested in working for Phibro and feel that you do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply as you might be the right candidate for this role or other positions.

 

Phibro's PhibroChem & Ferro divisions are leading suppliers of specialty chemicals to the US and European markets.

 

Compensation range for this position is $100,000.00 -$130,000.00

Position Details

The position will be primarily responsible for managing PhibroChem’s Quality Management System, taking the lead role in supporting all technical, regulatory, quality, and safety needs. This is a hands-on role and incorporates both technical and commercial activities.

Travel for this position is required up to 20%. International travel will be required once a year. 

Key Responsibilities

Supplier and Business Support

• Support our suppliers on all FDA/3ʳᵈ party related issues. This includes attending key FDA/3ʳᵈ party audits at our international supplier locations, and ACD audits of our U.S. warehouses.
• Maintain supplier compliance on regulatory matters. While much of the information will come from the manufacturer, this position liaises with suppliers, customers and regulatory agencies and takes a lead role to ensure compliance.
• Support customers and PhibroChem employees on technical matters including application support, product performance, product characteristics etc.
• Interact with FDA and consultants in support of various needs of API and other business. 
• Communicate with the regulators and other auditing agencies.
• Complete regulatory documentation including OMUFA (Over-the-Counter Monograph User Fee Act),  customer questionnaires, conflict mineral documentation etc.
• Facilitate/negotiate successful establishment of appropriate quality agreements with customers. 
• Company boiler plate or direct with larger consumers user.
• Assist our suppliers in complying with GMP requirements.

 

Quality System Management (QMS)

• Lead activities to comply with ACD requirements as needed to maintain membership in good standing.
• Support balanced and practical needs of procedures to meet ACD standard.
• Manage and/or conduct annual internal audit at PhibroChem and our warehouses.
• Plan and attend warehouse audits as required. This could include select audits at international supplier locations.
• Plan and manage QMS Annual Management Review Meeting.
• Maintain access to QMS for all PhibroChem associates.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Key Competencies

AccountableCollaborativeCommittedCommunicating EffectivelyDemonstrating InitiativeDisplaying Confidence and ComposureDisplaying Technical ExpertiseDriving for ResultsEstablishing RelationshipsInteracting with People at Different LevelsInterpersonal Skills / CommunicationLeveraging OpportunitiesMaking a Strong ImpressionManaging TimeNegotiating AgreementsPresenting and Public SpeakingPrioritizing and Organizing WorkProblem SolvingServing CustomersShowing Caring and UnderstandingShowing Community and Social ResponsibilitySupporting Organizational GoalsTrustworthy

Skills

Proven ability to wo