Head of Site Quality

Work Location: Jaffrey, New HampshireShift: Department: LS-SC-UJ JaffreyRecruiter: Michele Lee StabinskyThis information is for internals only. Please do not share outside of the organization.Your RoleQuality is not a checkpoint — it is the foundation on which scientific progress is built. As Head of Site Quality, you will own and shape the full quality agenda for a dynamic Life Science manufacturing site, driving both strategic direction and day-to-day execution across quality assurance and quality control. In this pivotal leadership role, you will set the quality vision, embed a proactive quality culture across the site, and serve as a senior member of the site leadership team. You will lead a team of quality professionals, oversee regulatory compliance, manage the quality budget, and champion digital initiatives that strengthen data integrity and operational efficiency. You will partner closely with production, technical services, and commercial functions to ensure that quality is integrated into every stage of operations — from supplier qualification and environmental monitoring through to product release and customer complaint resolution. Your leadership will directly influence site performance metrics, audit readiness, and the continuous improvement agenda, making a measurable impact on both compliance outcomes and customer satisfaction.Who You AreMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Applied Engineering, Sciences, or related field8 or more years of relevant experience in quality management within a regulated manufacturing environment Preferred Qualifications:Advanced degree in a relevant scientific or engineering disciplineDemonstrated leadership in quality management, including talent development and building high-performing teamsProfessional certifications in quality or regulatory frameworks such as Six Sigma Black Belt, ASQ, GMP, GLP, or GxPProven track record with quality management systems including ISO 9001, ICH Q9, GMP, and experience with FDA and EMA inspectionsExperience in risk management, deviation handling, CAPA processes, and continuous improvement methodologiesExpertise in audits, supplier quality management, and quality metrics analysisFamiliarity with material analysis tools such as FTIR, DSC, microscopy, particle counters, and integrity testingUnderstanding of validation and qualification processes, FMEA, SPC, sampling plans, and change control in regulated environmentsExperience with electronic quality management systems, ERP platforms, and audit management toolsProficiency in Microsoft Office and collaboration tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePointUS Base Pay Range for this position – $154,700 – $290,300The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here.The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.