Thermo Fisher Scientific · 18 hours ago
Sr. Manager (Site Quality Head)
Mount Prospect, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$118K/yr - $177K/yr
7+ years expThermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, and they are seeking a seasoned Quality Leader to lead all aspects of the Quality operations at their Mount Prospect, IL location. This role is accountable for the site’s Quality organization, ensuring that quality systems are successfully implemented and regulatory expectations are consistently met.
BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Establish and lead short- and long-term Quality objectives aligned with company goals, PSG & CTD strategy, and site priorities
Serve as a member of the site leadership team, actively shaping business strategy while ensuring compliance is never compromised
Provide mentorship, coaching, and development opportunities to cultivate a hard-working Quality organization
Manage and elevate the site Quality System to align with cGMP, FDA, EMA, and global regulatory standards, ensuring adherence throughout all packaging, labeling, and distribution procedures
Oversee qualification, validation, and equipment/premises maintenance while driving a proactive culture of inspection readiness
Act as the primary Quality representative during health authority and client inspections, mitigating risks and ensuring successful outcomes
Ensure each batch of medicinal product meets applicable legal and regulatory requirements while maintaining transparency with leadership and clients
Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and Client Services to deliver reliable, Right-First-Time execution of packaging and distribution activities
Drive a culture of proactive compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement
Support business development activities by positioning Quality as a differentiator in client engagements and proposals
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a scientific or technical field
At least 7-8 years of dynamic Quality leadership experience in the pharmaceutical, or medical device industry, including contract manufacturing, packaging, or distribution
Extensive understanding of cGMP, FDA, EMA, and other global regulatory requirements, with a track record of effectively coordinating inspections and ensuring compliance
3-5 years of leadership experience with validated capability in guiding and encouraging dedicated teams, collaborating effectively with diverse partners, and portraying Quality Unit as a dependable partner to clients and regulators
Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment
Occasional travel may be required
Preferred
Advanced degree in a scientific or technical field
Benefits
Competitive remuneration
Annual incentive plan bonus scheme
Healthcare
A range of employee benefits
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO)
10 paid holidays annually
Paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave)
Accident and life insurance
Short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$15.97BKey Investors
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Leadership Team
Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Daniella Cramp
Senior Vice President and President, Bioproduction Group
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