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Quality Management Systems roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field. Australian professionals in QMS, ISO compliance, and process improvement can secure U.S. employer sponsorship without entering the H-1B lottery, with renewable two-year status.
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At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.
The Quality Systems Health & Performance Management Leader is accountable for establishing and leading the enterprise capability for continuous monitoring, trending, and risk-based oversight of Quality Management Systems (QMS). This role provides objective, data-driven insight into the health, performance, and compliance posture of global quality systems and enables proactive management action before issues surface through audits or inspections.
They will provide strategic quality oversight and expertise for the global Quality Systems.
Overview:
The electronic Quality Systems Health and Performance Management is responsible to:
- Define and operate the enterprise QMS health and performance framework.
- Define, monitor, and trend quality system KPIs, KQIs and risk indicators.
- Aggregate and trend Deviations, CAPA effectiveness, Complaints, Audit outcomes, change success rates to drive “right first time“ metrics working alongside with GPOs.
- Measure recurrence, cycle time, effectiveness checks & lead systemic improvement programs.
- Provide management review inputs & drive executive reviews related to quality system health.
- Show proof of proactive quality checks.
- Timely, accurate, and inspection-defensible QMS performance reporting.
- Support risk-based prioritization across QMS working with the other ESE pillar leads.
- Maintain and run data integrity health signals, quality culture indicators to drive systemic effectiveness & quality culture.
- Drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights.
- Partner with tech in owning QMS data model, AI & Advanced Analytics for quality signals.
Minimum Requirements:
- 10+ years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry in roles across Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Operations or R&D.
- Bachelor’s degree in Natural Science, Engineering, Pharmacy, or other Life Science-related field or Information Technology/Computer Systems.
- Demonstrated experience with enterprise QMS platforms and regulated quality processes.
- Proven experience defining, trending, and interpreting quality system metrics.
- Experience supporting regulatory inspections and audits related to quality system oversight.
- Prior people leadership experience in a matrixed, global organization.
Additional Skills/Preferences:
- Demonstrated influential leadership expertise and experience engaging with senior-level leaders in industry or health authorities.
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.
Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $115,500 - $169,400. Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
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At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.
The Quality Systems Health & Performance Management Leader is accountable for establishing and leading the enterprise capability for continuous monitoring, trending, and risk-based oversight of Quality Management Systems (QMS). This role provides objective, data-driven insight into the health, performance, and compliance posture of global quality systems and enables proactive management action before issues surface through audits or inspections.
They will provide strategic quality oversight and expertise for the global Quality Systems.
Overview:
The electronic Quality Systems Health and Performance Management is responsible to:
- Define and operate the enterprise QMS health and performance framework.
- Define, monitor, and trend quality system KPIs, KQIs and risk indicators.
- Aggregate and trend Deviations, CAPA effectiveness, Complaints, Audit outcomes, change success rates to drive “right first time“ metrics working alongside with GPOs.
- Measure recurrence, cycle time, effectiveness checks & lead systemic improvement programs.
- Provide management review inputs & drive executive reviews related to quality system health.
- Show proof of proactive quality checks.
- Timely, accurate, and inspection-defensible QMS performance reporting.
- Support risk-based prioritization across QMS working with the other ESE pillar leads.
- Maintain and run data integrity health signals, quality culture indicators to drive systemic effectiveness & quality culture.
- Drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights.
- Partner with tech in owning QMS data model, AI & Advanced Analytics for quality signals.
Minimum Requirements:
- 10+ years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry in roles across Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Operations or R&D.
- Bachelor’s degree in Natural Science, Engineering, Pharmacy, or other Life Science-related field or Information Technology/Computer Systems.
- Demonstrated experience with enterprise QMS platforms and regulated quality processes.
- Proven experience defining, trending, and interpreting quality system metrics.
- Experience supporting regulatory inspections and audits related to quality system oversight.
- Prior people leadership experience in a matrixed, global organization.
Additional Skills/Preferences:
- Demonstrated influential leadership expertise and experience engaging with senior-level leaders in industry or health authorities.
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.
Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $115,500 - $169,400. Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Quality Management Systems
Frame your ISO credentials for U.S. employers
Australian QMS professionals often hold ISO 9001 lead auditor or AS9100 certifications that U.S. employers recognize directly. Present these credentials alongside your degree when applying, since they signal specialty occupation standing to both the employer and DOL.
Target manufacturers with active LCA filing histories
Search DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify companies that have filed LCAs for Quality Engineer or Quality Systems Manager roles. These employers already understand the E-3 process and won't need educating at the offer stage.
Confirm your degree field covers the posted role
The E-3 requires your degree to align with the specific job, not just your industry. A Bachelor of Engineering works for a Quality Systems Engineer role, but a general business degree may not. Check that the job description cites a field-specific degree requirement, not just 'bachelor's preferred.'
Request LCA filing before your start date deadline
Your employer must file and receive a certified LCA from DOL before you can apply at the consulate. DOL targets seven business days for LCA certification, but build in buffer time to avoid offer letter conflicts with your intended start date.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the full process
Once you have a job offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA filing, DS-160, and consulate preparation. This avoids the common mistake of missing document requirements specific to QMS specialty occupation classifications.
Prepare evidence of specialty occupation status early
Consular officers assess whether your QMS role genuinely requires a degree-level professional. Gather job descriptions from your past employers, your degree transcript, and any USCIS-recognized equivalency evaluations for Australian three-year bachelor's degrees before your interview.
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Find Quality Management Systems JobsQuality Management Systems E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Quality Management Systems jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It filters Quality Management Systems roles by employers with active E-3 and LCA filing histories, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored a work visa. Standard job boards don't filter by sponsorship willingness, which wastes significant time at the application stage.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Quality Management Systems role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as engineering, quality management, or industrial technology. Roles like Quality Systems Manager, QMS Coordinator, and Quality Assurance Engineer routinely meet this standard. If the job posting says 'degree preferred' rather than 'required,' the specialty occupation classification is weaker and may attract additional scrutiny at the consulate.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Quality Management Systems professionals?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply whenever you have a job offer. The H-1B is capped at 85,000 slots per fiscal year and requires winning a random lottery before an employer can even file a petition. For Australian QMS professionals, the E-3 is the faster and more predictable path to U.S. employment.
Can I change employers while on an E-3 in a QMS role?
Yes, but you need to restart the process with your new employer. They must file a new LCA with DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp before re-entering the U.S. on that employer's sponsorship. You can continue working for your current employer until the new visa is approved, but you cannot begin work for the new company until the consulate issues the updated visa.
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