Director of Quality Control

Overview

The Quality Director will lead the Quality organization to ensure the consistent delivery of safe, compliant, and high-performing products. This role is a key member of the leadership team and is responsible for maintaining quality systems, regulatory compliance, product testing, data integrity, and continuous improvement across the enterprise.

Base pay range

$125,000.00/yr - $145,000.00/yr

Primary Responsibilities

• Leadership & Department Oversight
• Lead, train, and mentor Quality Control staff to ensure consistent and compliant product testing and release.
• Oversee development, validation, and maintenance of QC test methods and product specifications.
• Collaborate with R&D and Operations to support scalable manufacturing and New Product Development (NPD).
• Participate in operational reviews, planning meetings, and cross-functional quality discussions.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, safety-focused work environment.
• Quality Systems & Regulatory Compliance
• Implement and maintain Quality Systems aligned with GLP, cGMP, ISO, and MoCRA standards.
• Oversee the Quality Management System (QMS), including:
  • Document control
  • Non-conformance investigations
  • CAPA management
  • Internal audits
• Support regulatory and customer audits, ensuring readiness and compliance.
• QMS / ERP & Data Management
• Serve as the Quality lead for ERP system configuration and ongoing utilization.
• Ensure alignment between Quality, Production, Inventory, and Supply Chain workflows.
• Manage electronic quality workflows (batch release, material disposition, NC/CAPA tracking).
• Use ERP reporting tools to monitor KPIs, analyze trends, and support management reviews.
• Lead initiatives to digitize batch records, QC forms, and traceability documentation.
• Strategic & Continuous Improvement
• Develop departmental goals, performance metrics, and resource plans.
• Drive continuous improvement in product quality, operational efficiency, and compliance.
• Promote proactive issue resolution and structured risk management practices.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Science , or related technical field (required) .
• 7+ years of experience in Quality Control or Quality Assurance leadership in cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceutical, chemical, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience with GLP, cGMP, ISO , and MoCRA compliance.
• Strong experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
• Experience implementing or managing electronic quality records and traceability systems.
• Experience with QMS software (e.g., UniPoint, MasterControl, ETQ, or similar).
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and guide teams.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Analytical problem-solving skills with sound judgment and decision-making.
• Ability to balance speed, product quality, and risk management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, etc.).
• Positive, approachable, and able to maintain perspective in a fast-paced environment.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Consulting and Project Management

Industries

• Construction and Specialty Trade Contractors

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