Quality Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, Train and mentor lab and quality personnel in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) practices, testing protocols, and continuous improvement tools.
• Lead the Quality Control Laboratory, overseeing analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods in accordance with industry regulations and internal standards.
• Oversee compliance with relevant chemical industry regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA); ensure readiness for internal and external audits, apply advanced Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques to monitor, analyze, and improve production processes.
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints using root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Oversee Chesterfield Quality Systems, leading team to maintain and improve Quality Manual and System Level Procedures.
• Collaborate with the Nylon Commercial Team to facilitate Customer Surveys, Audits, and inquiries.
• Coordinate and lead external audits required to meet Food Grade, UL, KOSHER, HALA and other certifications.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, control plans, and data reporting systems.
• Evaluate vendor quality performance and support raw material qualification processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related science or engineering discipline.
• 5+ years in a quality role within the chemical or process manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory operations, chemical testing methods, and SPC tools.
• Experience with customer complaint handling and CAPA systems in a regulated environment.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, RC14001, and regulatory requirements related to chemical manufacturing.
• Professional certifications such as CQE, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.
• Experience with LIMS and statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP).

Pay Range

The expected base pay for this position is $118,800 - $178,200. We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include periodic pay rate adjustments based on market competitiveness.

Total Rewards

• Periodic pay rate adjustments based on market competitiveness.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending and health savings account eligibility.
• Employer-provided short term disability benefits.
• Eligibility to purchase long term disability benefits.
• Employer-provided basic life insurance.
• Eligibility to purchase voluntary life coverages.