Supervisor, QA

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Warehouse

Job Description

When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. And you’ll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.

This position is a part of LSG Operations and is located in Rockford, IL. This role will lead, coach and develop a Quality Assurance team supporting key quality activities across site operations. This role emphasizes collaboration, partnership, and a solutions-oriented approach—working cross-functionally to support the business while upholding quality standards.

• Ensure safety within the team and promote safe working behaviors
• Design mechanisms to track and analyze key quality metrics; update and present tier boards, communicate performance to leadership, and drive countermeasures for gaps
• Partner with Operations and cross-functional teams to support business objectives while proactively ensuring quality standards are met
• Evaluate performance of direct reports and work with them on development opportunities
• Oversee teams performing inbound inspection, site metrology, and preventive maintenance activities
• Oversee equipment calibration programs, including scheduling and tracking (e.g., pipettes, scales)
• Oversee generation of product documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (CoAs), ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and internal quality system requirements
• Plan, support and lead audits and audit activities
• Manage customer complaints and partner cross-functionally to drive timely, effective resolution
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of quality records, documentation, and training programs
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality systems and operational performance
• Construct presentations and deliver to leadership
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• HS Diploma required, Bachelor’s degree preferred in a scientific discipline or related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant quality or regulated environment experience will also be considered.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in an operations and/or quality environment required
• Experience leading, coaching, or developing team members required
• Exposure to quality systems (e.g., inspections, audits, calibration, and documentation) required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong problem-solving, decision-making and communication skills
• Intermediate computer skills to utilize Microsoft Office and ERP programs
• Successfully leading and developing a team

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Ability to work in an office, manufacturing or laboratory environment, as needed
• May require occasional lifting and extended periods of standing
• Ability to work some overtime, as needed

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

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Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in Illinois is $75,800.00–$113,675.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount