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Manager, Quality Operations

Rockford, IL, USAFull-time$87k–$98k2026-10-21 → 2026-11-10

Core

Manage daily operations of IQA Receiving and Quality Operations Departments, overseeing incoming, in-process, and finished goods inspections, quality events, and compliance with cGMP/GCP standards.

Role type

Manager, Quality Operations (Biopharma/Contract Manufacturing)

Builds

Quality systems, inspection processes, and regulatory compliance for biopharma clients

Domain

Biopharmaceuticals / Contract Manufacturing / Quality Assurance

Required skills

Quality management, root cause analysis, budget management, regulatory compliance (cGMP/GCP), audit facilitation, change control, team leadership, data analysis, pest control oversight, environmental monitoring

Preferred skills

Presentation skills, decision making, time management, independent work, teamwork

Technologies

Computer programs for complex tasks, testing equipment troubleshooting

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and training to staff, manage quality metrics and reports, facilitate audits and investigations, oversee product inspections, manage non-conforming products, develop change controls, ensure compliance with policies, report risks to senior management

Seniority

Manager, operational leadership