Quality Manager

AdvanSix plays a critical role in global supply chains, innovating and delivering essential products for our customers in a wide variety of end markets and applications that touch people’s lives, such as building and construction, fertilizers, plastics, solvents, packaging, paints, coatings, adhesives, and electronics. Our reliable and sustainable supply of quality products emerges from the vertically integrated value chain of our three U.S. based manufacturing facilities. AdvanSix strives to deliver best-in-class customer experiences and differentiated products in the industries of nylon solutions, chemical intermediates, and plant nutrients, guided by our core values of Safety, Integrity, Accountability and Respect. Why work at AdvanSix? We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well‑being. Total Rewards program includes a competitive compensation, health, dental, vision & wellness programs, paid vacation, 401K with company matching, health savings programs, disability & life insurance, employee assistance program. Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development. Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Position Summary We are seeking a Quality Manager with proven experience in chemical manufacturing to lead our quality systems and laboratory operations. This role plays a critical part in maintaining product integrity, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting our commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and customer satisfaction. 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. Coordinate and lead external audits required to meet Food Grade, UL, KOSHER, HALA and other certifications. Responsible for product Certificate of Analysis, maintaining Product Specification database within Lab Management Program and SAP. Partner with the Nylon Commercial Team to facilitate Customer Surveys, Audits, and inquiries. Collaborate with Production, R&D, and EHS teams to support quality initiatives and process optimization. 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. Preferred Professional certifications such as CQE, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt. Experience with LIMS and statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP). 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. Hired applicants will be eligible for paid holidays, paid time off including vacation, eligibility to purchase company stock, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K with a competitive company match. Certain roles may be eligible for discretionary financial benefits such as incentive pay, equity awards, and participation in a deferred compensation plan. Hired applicants will be eligible for medical, 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 and eligibility to purchase voluntary life coverages. The pay range, incentives and benefits listed above are general guidelines only and not a guarantee of total compensation or benefits. The final offer will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to, the responsibilities of the job, experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as the job location, applicability of a collective bargaining agreement, length of service, internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on your role, business results and individual performance. All aspects of total rewards offered are subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans. At AdvanSix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past work experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to still apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles. AdvanSix is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, veteran status, or any other protected classification. #J-18808-Ljbffr