Manager - Quality

Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; occasional weekends. Onsite, full‑time position.

Location: Indiana, PA.

Manage implementation of quality programs, policies, and procedures from a functional or technical perspective for a single site or multi‑sites within a region or division. Provide advisement to management staff on quality matters, regulatory compliance, performance, and data quality.

Compensation: $65,000 per year (base salary).

• Manages staff—including hiring, training, development, performance evaluation, and compensation recommendations.
• Implies and manages quality processes, audits, and improvement programs to achieve desired results.
• Provides input on policy and procedure development for the function or group.
• Recommends improvements in organizational policies and procedures.
• Communicates with leaders and staff on customer needs, business requirements, and performance metrics.
• Resolves technical or sensitive quality problems, coordinating with internal and external groups.
• Manages the group budget, allocating resources and approving expenditures.
• Participates in special projects, identifies priorities, and evaluates results.
• Maintains knowledge of quality regulations, industry trends, laws, and legislation.
• Contributes to departmental efficiency by offering suggestions and active participation.
• Promotes a harmonious workplace and supports the overall mission of Pace Analytical.

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or a closely related field and three (3) years of quality experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Three (3) years of supervisory experience preferred.

• Quality systems and operational area principles, practices, and techniques.
• Development and implementation of quality programs, policies, and procedures.
• Team development, motivational techniques, and management in a team environment.
• Training others on policies and procedures.
• Preparation of clear written reports and correspondence.
• Budget development and administration basics.
• Understanding of applicable quality standards and regulatory compliance.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Customer relation skills across diverse backgrounds.
• Effective oral presentation techniques.
• Program planning, development, and evaluation.
• Strong written English skills.

• Perform comprehensive quality duties in assigned areas.
• Oversee and administer quality functions.
• Supervise and evaluate employees and recommend actions.
• Train others on policies and procedures.
• Apply business and project management methodologies to achieve goals.
• Develop and motivate effective work teams.
• Interpret, apply, and explain laws, codes, and regulations.
• Provide consulting services to supervisors and staff.
• Prepare functional reports and other written materials.
• Use initiative and independent judgment within guidelines.
• Exercise tact, discretion, and prudence with stakeholders.
• Deliver oral presentations to groups of varying sizes.
• Contribute effectively to team and unit goals.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Mobility to work in a lab and office setting; use standard office and lab equipment; stamina to sit for extended periods; lift up to 20 pounds occasionally or up to 10 pounds frequently; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; hearing and speech for communication.

Office setting with exposure to chemicals, fumes, gases, noxious odors, and related items in a lab and sample setting.

Comprehensive benefits program including health, dental, vision, 401(k), life, disability, paid time off, wellness program, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance, parental leave, legal coverage, and more.

Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to protected characteristics as defined by law.