Quality Assurance Manager

The Richmond Group USA; Richmond Hill; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A recognized recruiting firm seeks a Quality Manager for a chemical ingredients manufacturer in the Greater Richmond Region. This role entails leadership in quality assurance, compliance management, and system improvement within a GMP/FDA regulated environment, with an emphasis on collaboration across departments. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in quality operations in the pharmaceutical or biotech sectors.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Quality Assurance or Quality Operations in FDA/cGMP environments.
• Strong understanding of FDA regulations and GxP principles.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and improve the Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with GxP standards.
• Lead quality assurance initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Manage quality oversight activities including audits and vendor qualifications.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Regulatory Compliance

Cross-functional Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in a Sciences discipline

Job description

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Manager of Quality Assurance – Chemical Ingredients Manufacturer - Location: Greater Richmond Region | On-site | Competitive Compensation + Benefits

The Richmond Group USA has partnered with a mission-driven chemical ingredients manufacturer in the Greater Richmond Region to recruit for a Quality Manager.

This role will lead quality systems, compliance efforts, and documentation management across a GMP / FDA regulated operation. This role will have a high level of ownership in maintaining and improving quality systems in a fast-paced, cGXP-compliant environment.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned quality professional from the pharmaceutical, chemical, or biotech sector who thrives in a collaborative setting and brings deep expertise in regulatory standards, continuous improvement, and cross-functional leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure alignment with GxP standards and regulatory requirements across all operations
• Lead quality assurance initiatives and cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Regulatory, IT, and other departments to drive compliance
• Manage quality oversight activities, including training and mentoring teams, preparing for regulatory and customer audits, and supporting supplier/vendor qualification and inspection readiness.
• Analyze and report quality performance metrics, support regulatory submissions, and ensure compliance with licensing and documentation requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Sciences discipline is required.
• 7+ years in Quality Assurance or Quality Operations within a FDA / cGMP manufacturing environment (pharmaceutical, biotech, or specialty chemicals preferred).
• Strong understanding of FDA regulations, cGMP or GxP principles, and quality systems. Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead in cross-functional settings and balance priorities under changing timelines.
• A servant leader who builds trust and delivers results with integrity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship

Please apply if you are interested in this role. This will ensure you are considered for the appropriate role. If you are not elected for interviews then we will contact you when opportunities arise that match your geography and experience. All inquiries are kept confidential and your information will not be shared with other organizations without your knowledge.

We want to hear from you!! The Richmond Group USA Inc is a nationally recognized recruiting firm connecting great talent to clients in manufacturing and chemical process industries

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance, Production, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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Vision insurance

401(k)

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