Senior Manager Quality Operations

LDI Search LTD.; California (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medical technology organization is seeking an experienced Senior Manager Quality Operation to oversee quality operations at a manufacturing facility in California. This role is vital for shaping quality strategy and compliance in a dynamic and regulated environment. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in quality functions within medical devices, strong leadership skills, and a decisive problem-solving approach. Competitive compensation and career development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a Quality function within Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals, or Combination Products.
• At least 3 years of people management experience, demonstrating effective leadership and compliance excellence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Quality operations at a manufacturing facility in Southern California.
• Lead and develop a team of Quality Engineers and supervisors.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives to enhance product capability and operational efficiency.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable global quality regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Risk management

Quality engineering

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Senior Manager Quality Operation (Medical Devices)

A global, innovation-driven medical technology organization is seeking an experienced Senior Manager Quality Operation (Site Quality Leader) to oversee Quality operations at a high-profile manufacturing facility in Southern California. This role is a key member of the Site Leadership Team and offers the opportunity to shape quality strategy, strengthen compliance, and elevate quality culture across the organization. This position is ideal for a senior Quality professional who thrives in regulated environments and enjoys leading teams, influencing stakeholders, and driving continuous improvement from product development through post‑market performance.

Your Impact

• Serve as the Quality Management Representative for the manufacturing site, providing strategic and technical leadership across end‑to‑end product and process quality for regulated medical devices
• Lead and develop a team of Quality Engineers and supervisors, with accountability for performance management, goal setting, and talent development
• Drive effective interpretation of quality and performance data to resolve nonconformances, meet customer and regulatory requirements, and support business objectives
• Proactively identify and lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance product capability, process robustness, and operational efficiency
• Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable global quality regulations and standards, including U.S. and international medical device requirements
• Provide guidance to cross‑functional teams on quality strategy, risk management, process validation, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Act as an influential peer leader on the Site Leadership Team, strengthening compliance, quality culture, predictive quality practices, and data‑driven decision‑making

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a Quality function within Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals, or Combination Products
• At least 3 years of people management experience, demonstrating effective leadership, compliance excellence, and risk mitigation

Preferred Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE), and/or Six Sigma Black Belt
• Demonstrated experience with:
  • Regulatory authority interactions and audits
  • Quality engineering, process validation, and nonconforming material control
  • Risk management, field actions, recalls, and post‑market surveillance
  • Continuous process and product improvement initiatives
• Proven ability to influence across functions and levels, including executive leadership
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present clear, fact‑based insights
• Decisive, results‑oriented leadership style with strong problem‑solving and prioritization skills