Senior Quality Manager

Neogen Corporation; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Standard benefits package

Reasonable accommodations

Job summary

Neogen Corporation in Lexington, KY, is seeking a Senior Manager, Site Quality to lead quality assurance and quality control at our Lexington site. This role shapes site-level strategy, strengthens quality culture, and develops a high-performing team to support product quality and regulatory compliance.

The candidate will oversee the site Quality Management System, drive CAPA and continuous improvement, and partner across Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, Engineering, and R&D to

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of large quality teams in manufacturing.
• Deep understanding of QA/QC, GMP, ISO, and regulatory audits.
• Experience implementing site-level quality systems and metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead site quality operations and teams to align with policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and improve site Quality Management System, procedures, and metrics.
• Serve as primary quality representative for audits (internal, customer, regulatory, certifications).
• Lead root cause investigations and CAPA initiatives for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, Engineering, R&D, and Operations on changes and launches.
• Recruit, coach, and develop quality staff and manage performance.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Quality assurance

Quality control

Manufacturing

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quality/Engineering/Life Sciences

ASQ certification

Lean Six Sigma certification

Job description

Come Be Part of a Mission that Matters!

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Site Quality to lead quality assurance and quality control operations at our Lexington site. In this highly visible leadership role, you will oversee site quality systems, ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and industry standards, and partner across Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, Engineering, and R&D to support product quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity for an experienced quality leader to shape site-level strategy, strengthen quality culture, and develop a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all site quality operations, initiatives, and team activities to ensure alignment with company policies, customer expectations, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and improve the site quality management system, including quality procedures, documentation practices, metrics, and performance indicators.
• Serve as the primary quality representative for the Lexington site, including preparation and support for internal, customer, certification, and regulatory audits.
• Lead root cause investigations, corrective and preventive action initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts to enhance quality, efficiency, and compliance.
• Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, Engineering, R&D, and Operations to support process changes, validations, product launches, supplier quality activities, and issue resolution.
• Recruit, coach, develop, and engage quality team members while supporting performance management, accountability, and succession planning.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Quality, Engineering, Biology, Microbiology, Food Science, Animal Science, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in quality assurance, quality control, manufacturing, or regulatory environments, including experience in a manufacturing or production setting.
• 5+ years of people management experience, with a demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop teams.
• Experience in animal health, diagnostics, food safety, pharmaceutical, biotech, or manufacturing industries.
• Working knowledge of ISO, GMP, HACCP, FDA, USDA, or related regulatory standards.
• ASQ certification and/or Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.

What We Offer

• A senior leadership opportunity with meaningful impact on site quality, compliance, and operational performance.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing-focused environment.
• Opportunities to drive continuous improvement, strengthen quality systems, and develop team capability.
• A standard benefits package.
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

If you are a quality leader who is committed to compliance, continuous improvement, and building strong teams, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team and help advance a culture of quality and operational excellence at the Lexington site.

WHO IS NEOGEN:

From farm to fork, we offer solutions to enhance the quality, quantity and safety of the global food supply. Our animal safety solutions are used on farms, veterinary practices and manufacturers around the world to provide the best animal care possible. Whether food or pharmaceuticals, Neogen’s provides a one-stop shop for the health and safety to our animals and our customers operations.

Neogen’s culture combines stability with a deep belief in providing professional and personal growth. Our Pillars of Trust — the principles that guide our everyday decision-making, include Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service. It’s our belief in these characteristics that provides a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.