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Panasonic

Director of Quality Operations

De Soto, KS · On-site

The Director of Quality Operations is responsible for leading site-wide quality operations, quality systems, and manufacturing quality strategy to ensure products consistently meet customer ...

Actylis

Director Quality

Ogden, UT · On-site

$120 - $135/hr

This role provides strategic and operational leadership for the site's Quality Management System ... The Director, Quality partners closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, R&D/Product ...

Actylis

Director Quality

Ogden, UT · On-site

This role provides strategic and operational leadership for the site's Quality Management System ... The Director, Quality partners closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, R&D/Product ...

Aceto

Director Quality

Ogden, UT · On-site

This role provides strategic and operational leadership for the site's Quality Management System ... The Director, Quality partners closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, R&D/Product ...

Almirall Hermal GmbH

$159.67 - $216.70/hr

DIRECTOR, QUALITY ASSURANCEZum Hauptinhalt springen**Diese Website verwendet Cookies** Diese ... Partner with Site Leadership, Corporate Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and other stakeholders ...

SaniSure LLC

Director of Quality Operations

Camarillo, CA · On-site

$170K - $190K/yr

Job Summary The Director, Quality Operations is responsible for management and continuous improvement of Plant Quality Systems including customer and internal corrective/preventive actions and ...

TSG Resources, Inc.

Quality Operations Director

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$110.59 - $163.70/hr

... are quality, operations, management consulting, or a related field. Prior experience in chief-of ... Self-directed, adaptive, proactive, agile, and comfortable managing multiple high priority ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for director quality operations in the United States is $107,680.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $135,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Director of Quality Operations oversees the quality assurance and control processes within an organization, ensuring that products or services meet established standards. They develop and implement quality management systems, lead compliance initiatives, and coordinate cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency. This role often involves monitoring regulatory requirements, managing audits, and driving continuous improvement projects. The Director of Quality Operations plays a key leadership role in maintaining customer satisfaction and supporting business objectives.

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Directors of Quality Operations often encounter the challenge of aligning diverse teams—such as manufacturing, regulatory, and R&D—toward shared quality goals. Balancing differing priorities, managing communication across departments, and ensuring consistent adherence to quality standards can be complex. Effective leaders in this role foster collaboration, establish clear processes, and proactively address potential bottlenecks to drive continuous improvement and compliance. Developing strong interpersonal relationships and maintaining transparency are crucial to successfully navigating these challenges.

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To thrive as a Director of Quality Operations, you need expertise in quality management systems, regulatory compliance, and process improvement, often supported by a relevant degree and extensive experience in quality assurance. Familiarity with tools such as Six Sigma, ISO standards, and quality management software is typically required, along with certifications like ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE). Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and effective communication are vital soft skills for driving cross-functional initiatives and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. These skills ensure that organizational processes meet regulatory standards, reduce risk, and support business objectives.
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Associate Director, Quality Operations

Amylyx Pharmaceuticals

Cambridge, MA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

The Opportunity

This position is responsible for providing CMC quality oversight of drug substance, drug product, and finished drug product manufacturing, testing, packaging, labeling and distribution for non-commercial products that are in various development stages.

As the GMP quality expert, this role is accountable for ensuring all company, regional, and global GMP and GDP standards and regulations are met, and that the GMP Quality department performs to a standard that ensures the quality of products and materials produced by Amylyx contracted partners. 

We anticipate hiring the Associate Director, Quality Operations in September 2026.

Responsibilities

  • Provide quality oversight of production, labeling and testing activities, including warehousing and distribution of clinical trial materials.
    • Provide QA review and approval on quality technical agreements, master production records, product specifications (in-process, release, and stability), analytical method qualification/validation documents, method transfer documents, and stability plans.
    • Review executed Batch Production and QC Control Records to ensure all approved procedures were followed and all specifications are met.
    • Prepare and /or approve batch disposition packages.
    • Provide QA review and approval on quality system records, including but not limited to deviations, OOS, change controls, CAPAs, and product quality complaints.
    • Lead or participate in regular meetings internally and externally as CMC Quality SME to ensure Amylyx's quality expectations are met in the areas of Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Distribution Practice, and Good Documentation Practice.
  • Provide QA review on INDs. Assure that source data and information used in regulatory submissions and validation activities is maintained and traceable.
  • Write, review and/or approve SOPs as QA SME for manufacturing, testing, labeling, packaging, and transportation of early-stage products.
  • Support FDA, EMA or other regulatory agency inspections.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree
  • 8+ years of experience within the Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology industry in a quality role.
  • Experience with authoring and reviewing IND CMC sections and addressing Regulatory Filing requirements in FDA cGMP regulations, Eudralex and ICH Guidance, as well as other Biopharma industry guidance and regulations.
  • Ability to work with all levels of the organization and external contract service providers to ensure compliance with current regulations.
  • Travel may be required up to 10%, which may include on-site review of third-party operations.

Preferred Requirements

  • QC/AD experience 
  • Small molecule and peptides experience

Work Location and Conditions

  • At Amylyx, we proudly support remote work opportunities within the United States. However, due to business considerations related to health insurance coverage and state tax regulations, we are unable to hire employees who reside and/or work in certain states. Currently, we are not considering applicants from Alaska, Arizona, Hawaii, Michigan and Tennessee.
  • You will be expected to travel to our corporate location in Cambridge, MA several times a year and attend other company-related events as necessary and requested.
  • You must have access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at your remote location.

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