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Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals is a commercial‑stage biopharmaceutical company developing and commercializing novel therapies for diseases with unmet need, with a focus on cardiovascular indications. With deep expertise in immunology and inflammation, Kiniksa is advancing a growing portfolio of approved and investigational medicines, anchored by its lead product, ARCALYST®, the first and only FDA‑approved therapy for recurrent pericarditis. Grounded in rigorous science and bold innovation, the company fosters a highly collaborative, patient‑first culture led by accomplished life sciences leaders. At Kiniksa, talented individuals are trusted and empowered to make a real impact—shaping the future of medicine while improving the lives of patients who need it most. Reporting to the Senior Director, Quality Assurance, GMP, the Product Complaint Manager will support the management of product complaints to ensure compliance with global regulations associated with marketed and investigational products.  This role is accountable for ensuring the product complaint handling process remains compliant, inspection ‑ ready, and aligned with patient safety and regulatory expectations at all times.   This role is based in our Lexington, MA office and requires employees to be onsite five days per week.   Responsibilities (including, but not limited to): Ensure all product complaints are received, reviewed, evaluated, and investigated in accordance with applicable procedures to determine reportability to FDA and international regulatory authorities. Manage and perform complaint intake, triage, investigation, and closure, documenting all activities accurately and contemporaneously within the electronic Quality Events system. Communicate directly with complainants (e.g., patients, healthcare providers, distributors) to obtain complete and accurate information necessary to support product complaint investigations. Maintain and execute complaint handling processes and procedures to ensure compliance with internal quality system requirements and applicable global regulations and standards. Monitor and ensure ongoing compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as FDA, EU GMP, ICH, and other applicable regulatory requirements. Contribute to the development, revision, and continuous improvement of SOPs and work instructions related to complaint handling and vigilance activities. Initiate, document, and implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) when complaint trends, investigations, or risk assessments warrant action, in accordance with established procedures. Coordinate and actively participate in the escalation of product complaints, including cross‑ functional collaboration with Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, Medical Safety, and Technical teams. Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, responding to requests, explaining complaint handling processes, and supporting cross‑ functional alignment. Interact with internal, domestic, and international auditors and inspectors, providing documentation, explanations, and subject matter expertise related to complaint handling processes. Ensure appropriate training is delivered to relevant employees and vendors; develop and deliver product complaint training and periodically assess and update training materials to ensure effectiveness. Perform monthly reconciliation of product complaints and adverse event/safety information with Global Medical Safety / Drug Safety to ensure accurate and complete regulatory reporting. Engages effectively with complainants, auditors, and internal teams while delivering training to ensure consistent execution of complaint handling practices. Maintain accurate complaint metrics and tracking tools and provide periodic status reports and trend summaries to Senior Management.   Standout Skills