5,294 Quality Assurance Management jobs in the United States

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness-We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.
**Position Summary**
For more than 30 years, our Management Development Associate program has developed our future leaders. As a Management Development Associate, you'll embark on a personal and professional development experience a classroom simply can't offer.
As a Quality Assurance Management Development Associate at Nestlé Purina, we will coach you from the start, shaping your career trajectory for continuous learning and growth. Together, we'll explore information systems, supply chain, engineering, human resources, production, R&D engineering, and operations performance to understand how each of these areas collaborate with quality assurance. You'll also gain experience in delivering premier supply chain analysis and support to the plant.
Why choose a leadership developmental role with us? It's a full-time position that fast-tracks you to management on the manufacturing side of our business. You are the future leader! Plus, a change in location offers a fresh perspective. Relocate to our factory sites nationwide with a relocation assistance package, learn end-to-end processes, build your network, and launch your career.
+ Perform quality assurance and control functions for production, quality assurance, and food safety associates.
+ Train with all departments to understand how quality interacts across functions.
+ Contribute to continuous improvement during factory and quality assurance department training.
+ Collaborate with the quality assurance staff to improve their portion of the two-year Training & Development plan and six-week quality assurance analyst training checklist.
+ Gain experience working with all three shifts and participate in shift meetings.
**Requirements**
+ Must be open to relocation to one or more of our 24 production facilities across the U.S.
+ Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, Animal Science, or other scientific disciplines attained or expected by June 2026.
**Other**
+ Prior co-op, internship, or practicum experience; manufacturing experience; student organization or other leadership experience.
The approximate pay for this position is $70,000 annually. Please note that the payprovided is a good faith estimate for the positition at the time of posting. Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com) .
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It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: .
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Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness-We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.
**Position Summary**
For more than 30 years, our Management Development Associate program has developed our future leaders. As a Management Development Associate, you'll embark on a personal and professional development experience a classroom simply can't offer.
As a Quality Assurance Management Development Associate at Nestlé Purina, we will coach you from the start, shaping your career trajectory for continuous learning and growth. Together, we'll explore information systems, supply chain, engineering, human resources, production, R&D engineering, and operations performance to understand how each of these areas collaborate with quality assurance. You'll also gain experience in delivering premier supply chain analysis and support to the plant.
Why choose a leadership developmental role with us? It's a full-time position that fast-tracks you to management on the manufacturing side of our business. You are the future leader! Plus, a change in location offers a fresh perspective. Relocate to our factory sites nationwide with a relocation assistance package, learn end-to-end processes, build your network, and launch your career.
+ Perform quality assurance and control functions for production, quality assurance, and food safety associates.
+ Train with all departments to understand how quality interacts across functions.
+ Contribute to continuous improvement during factory and quality assurance department training.
+ Collaborate with the quality assurance staff to improve their portion of the two-year Training & Development plan and six-week quality assurance analyst training checklist.
+ Gain experience working with all three shifts and participate in shift meetings.
**Requirements**
+ Must be open to relocation to one or more of our 24 production facilities across the U.S.
+ Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, Animal Science, or other scientific disciplines attained or expected by June 2026.
**Other**
+ Prior co-op, internship, or practicum experience; manufacturing experience; student organization or other leadership experience.
The approximate pay for this position is $70,000 annually. Please note that the payprovided is a good faith estimate for the positition at the time of posting. Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com) .
**REQUISITION ID:**
It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: .
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at .
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**Description**
2026 Quality Assurance Management Trainee
About us: JBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including a portfolio of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. We process, prepare, package and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry and retail-ready food products for customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. We are also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim's, the largest poultry company in North America. JBS USA employs more than 100,000 team members.
Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.
Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity
Purpose/General Summary: Our 12-month program is designed to give you an immersive leadership experience at one of our 60+ domestic locations. This program includes hands-on rotations throughout all of the location's business sectors, and is designed to give you real-world leadership experience and a thorough understanding of how each sector functions to support the overall production strategy of the location. If you are passionate about leading and motivating others in a culturally diverse setting to make a sustainable agricultural impact on the global food supply- we are interested in you!
Responsibilities:
+ Rotations:You will spend time learning and working in every business sector of your location. These rotations are designed to give you hands-on knowledge of what positions, equipment, and materials are involved in each specific production process.
+ Will provide support to the QA team
+ Further your understanding of GMP, SSOP, and HACCP protocols.
+ Gain working knowledge of food safety and quality assurance testing procedures.
+ Participate in food safety team and USDA meetings.
+ Familiarize yourself with customer relations and complaint procedures (claims)
+ Working alongside the quality assurance team to develop an understanding of how all the roles serve the facility.
+ Complete a challenging project that aligns with key performance indicators (KPI's) and impacts our bottom line.
+ Participate in three group-based Leadership Development Training sessions at our corporate U.S. Headquarters in Greeley, CO.
+ Final Placement: the last 4 months of the program will provide hands-on training in an area of interest with the intention of final placement into a leadership role.
What You Bring (Qualifications):
+ Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree required
+ Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
+ Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more
+ Alignment with JBS core values and culture
+ Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
+ Willingness to work different shifts and occasional weekends
+ Flexibility to relocate
The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:
+ Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
+ Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
+ 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
+ Base salary range starting at $60,000
+ Relocation available if applicable
The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
EOE/Vets/Disability

**Description**
2026 Quality Assurance Management Trainee
About us: JBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including a portfolio of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. We process, prepare, package and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry and retail-ready food products for customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. We are also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim's, the largest poultry company in North America. JBS USA employs more than 100,000 team members.
Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.
Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity
Purpose/General Summary: Our 12-month program is designed to give you an immersive leadership experience at one of our 60+ domestic locations. This program includes hands-on rotations throughout all of the location's business sectors, and is designed to give you real-world leadership experience and a thorough understanding of how each sector functions to support the overall production strategy of the location. If you are passionate about leading and motivating others in a culturally diverse setting to make a sustainable agricultural impact on the global food supply- we are interested in you!
Responsibilities:
+ Rotations:You will spend time learning and working in every business sector of your location. These rotations are designed to give you hands-on knowledge of what positions, equipment, and materials are involved in each specific production process.
+ Will provide support to the QA team
+ Further your understanding of GMP, SSOP, and HACCP protocols.
+ Gain working knowledge of food safety and quality assurance testing procedures.
+ Participate in food safety team and USDA meetings.
+ Familiarize yourself with customer relations and complaint procedures (claims)
+ Working alongside the quality assurance team to develop an understanding of how all the roles serve the facility.
+ Complete a challenging project that aligns with key performance indicators (KPI's) and impacts our bottom line.
+ Participate in three group-based Leadership Development Training sessions at our corporate U.S. Headquarters in Greeley, CO.
+ Final Placement: the last 4 months of the program will provide hands-on training in an area of interest with the intention of final placement into a leadership role.
What You Bring (Qualifications):
+ Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree required
+ Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
+ Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more
+ Alignment with JBS core values and culture
+ Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
+ Willingness to work different shifts and occasional weekends
+ Flexibility to relocate
The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:
+ Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
+ Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
+ 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
+ Base salary range starting at $60,000
+ Relocation available if applicable
The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
EOE/Vets/Disability

Job Category: Quality Job Family: Plant Quality Assurance Job Description:

The Quality Assurance Management Trainee Program provides Food Science and Dairy Science professionals a 26 to 30 week structured training program under the guidance of our Enterprise Quality and Food Safety team. You will be equipped with necessary technical and leadership skills to ensure a successful transition to your first QA management role upon completion of the program.

This position will be located at our Monett, Missouri facility. Upon completion of the program, you will relocate to one of our 15 production facilities in the U.S. based on business needs.

The trainee hired will be expected to start in June 2026, however the exact date is flexible.
 

The Quality Assurance Management Trainee Program provides Food Science and Dairy Science professionals structured training and development opportunities within Schreiber Food’s Enterprise Quality and Food Safety team.

Key Areas for Training & Development:
Product 101
Food Safety Systems
Sanitation
Auditing
Regulatory Compliance
Lab Management
Supplier Management
Quality Systems
Project Management
Green Belt training

What you'll do:

• Together with the leadership team, ensures compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, in addition to customer requirements.
• Interprets and communicates customer requirements to plant production and/or support groups.
• Establishes and Audits PCPs, CCPs and Standard Operating Procedures to define and monitor processes, to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Reviews incidents during which the procedures are not met, and determines appropriate corrective action for partners failing to follow standard procedures.

What you will need to succeed:

• Recently completed Bachelor's or Master's degree or upcoming graduate in Food/Dairy Science or related field.
• Required to relocate to one of our production facilities in the U.S. upon completion of the program
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed
• Proven leadership experience in a team environment
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to make good business decisions quickly
• Desire to grow and take on new challenges and opportunities

Eligible partners will receive:

• Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits.   When you join our employee-owned company, you’ll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one.  In addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount – about 8% of your earnings – toward your retirement every year.  That’s a company contribution of around 16% in retirement savings annually.  That’s hard to beat!
• Earn bonus pay. You’ll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.
• Ready to make a move?   Receive a $10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for a U.S. Salaried position.   
• Childcare costs . Get up to $,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare.  Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
• Earn $ for focusing on your health. Depending on your medical plan enrollment, earn 1,200 in your HSA or as a cash payout for prevention activities.  Plus, use your $ 00 lifestyle spending account for reimbursements related to health, fitness, weight management, mental health and social wellness.
• Pursue development that’s relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
• Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits starting day one. This includes an onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
• Experience caring like you’ve never experienced it before. We have a program that’s completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It’s called Partners Helping Partners. We have hundreds of examples of partners organizing fundraisers to help out others going through a hard time.

Sound like a company you’d like to be a part of? Click Apply .

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For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.

Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Job Summary:

The Assurance Manager, Quality Management - IS Assurance is charged with designing, planning, executing, and overseeing walkthroughs, direct testing, and evaluation of IT risks and controls within the Firm's system of quality management. This role ensures that information systems and related controls are designed and operating effectively to support compliance with quality management standards for accounting firms. This role collaborates with process owners, manages offshore teams, and ensures proper execution by the team of the designed procedures related to direct testing, deficiency assessments, and remediation monitoring. The IS Assurance Manager also supervises and develops team members, ensuring high-quality delivery and adherence to professional standards.

Job Duties:

System of Quality Management Focus:

* Identifies and considers applicable policies, laws, rules, and regulations of the firm, regulators, or other authoritative bodies related to the Firm's system of quality management
* Demonstrates thought leadership and an inquisitive mind to bring value-added insights to analyses and solutions
* Plans and performs walkthroughs of IT processes and controls, including preparation, scheduling, and agenda development ensuring proper documentation of the Firm's IT processes and controls related to the system of quality management
* Identifies new or required enhancements to IT processes and controls through direct testing, discussions with process owners, and collaboration with Quality Management Inspection and Independence (QMIAI) and Professional Practice Group (PPG) team members
* Identifies, assesses, and documents IT risks impacting the system of quality management
* Designs, executes, and oversees testing of IT controls to evaluate design and operating effectiveness
* Reviews documentation provided ensuring completeness and accuracy of documentation within workpapers
* Liaises with System of Quality management ( SoQM ) team members and process owners to establish scope and strategy of work to be performed, and continuing team communications to work through complex issues and conclusions, including serving as first respondent to questions from offshore teams (e.g., BDO RISE) related to direct testing and assisting with follow-up with control owners
* Drafts instructions for offshore team tasks, and monitors task assignment and completion
* Reviews workpapers, including assessing the accuracy of the test result (finding) based on direct testing procedures performed
* Tracks findings identified through direct testing, and prepares communications to process owners that include details of the finding(s) and ways to improve processes, strengthen controls, mitigate risks, and/or increase efficiency
* Consolidates direct testing findings, assessing findings to identify deficiencies, and performing deficiency assessments, as needed
* Performs reconciliations to ensure system of quality management data consistency with root cause analyses and remediation actions
* Monitors status of remedial actions
* Assists with ad-hoc testing, annual regulatory data requests, and implementation efforts related to new quality control standards (e.g. QC 1000)
* Supports set-up and maintenance of the firm's quality control audit platform (e.g. Ideagen)
* Communicates with control owners related to areas to improve processes, strengthen controls and mitigate risks
* Assists with preparing various audit quality reporting to leadership and the practice
* Assists with PCAOB firm level inspection activities, including data requests and meeting support
* Provides on-the-job training, coaching, and supervision to less experienced team members
* Owns tracking of status, schedule, and budget
* Other duties as required

Professional Competence:

* Applies knowledge and understanding of professional standards; application of the principles contained in professional standards; and the ability to document and communicate an understanding and application of professional standards for the Firm's system of quality management by:
* Applying knowledge of auditing theory, a sense of professional skepticism, and applicable guidance related to the Firm's system of quality management
* Applying auditing standards and methodology
* Identifying complex issues, including deviations, and working through complex situations collaboratively with the team and process owners
* Applying knowledge to identify instances where testing may be reduced or expanded and providing counsel to the members of the quality management team
* Preparing, reviewing, and communicating results of procedures to the quality management team and Firm leadership, ensuring timeliness and completeness



Methodology:

* Applies knowledge and application of BDO standards to guide effective and efficient delivery of quality work by:
* Conducting general and detailed reviews to help ensure direct testing of the Firm's IT controls are completed in accordance with applicable methodology and standards
* Recommending appropriate outcomes to critical issues
* Planning the direct testing procedures and overseeing the execution of procedures with quality and efficiency



Supervisory Responsibilities:

* Provides supervision and review of junior team members and offshore team providing timely feedback, mentoring and coaching
* Establishes deadlines, and provides oversight to meet deadlines
* Reviews work prepared by the team, and provides review comments
* Provides on the job training and learning

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Computer Science, or Information Systems, required
* Master's degree in Information Systems, preferred

Experience:

* Five (5) or more years of IT audit and/or related risk and controls experience, required
* Experience performing general and application control reviews, required
* Experience with quality management systems in accounting firms, preferred
* Experience leading walkthrough meetings, integrated audits/control testing, and managing offshore teams, preferred
* Experience with project management, including monitoring control test plans and document request status, preferred
* Experience with performing review of and testing around third-party attestation (SOC) reports, preferred
* Experience working within a public accounting and internal auditing environment, preferred

License/Certifications:

* CPA, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CISSP and/or CFE certification, required

Software:

* Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, required
* Exposure to various industry ERP applications, preferred
* Experience with audit management software (e.g., Pentana, Ideagen Internal Audit), preferred

Language:

* N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

* Understanding of risks, controls, automated application controls, key reports, and controls over completeness and accuracy of data
* Understanding of core business operations related to the System of Quality Management and Engagement Performance and the related risks
* Understanding of the flow of data related to the System of Quality Management and Engagement Performance and related controls over initiation, processing, recording, and reporting of data
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Strong analytical and research skills
* Solid organizational skills, especially the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
* Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
* Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
* Ability to effectively manage a team of professionals and delegate work assignments as needed
* Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with Quality Management team members and internal stakeholders
* Ability to supervise, coach and contribute to the professional development of assigned personnel
* Executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagements
* Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
* Advanced knowledge of internal controls and risk assessment methodologies
* Ability to travel as necessary



Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $100,000 - $50,000

Maryland Range: 110,000 - 130,000

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: 120,000 - 150,000

DDI's Quality Assurance Program Coordinator works with our QA team to ensure that the individuals we support are receiving high quality services. The QA Program Coordinator achieves this by conducting periodic audits of our programs and by participating in investigations related to any OPWDD incidents.

Salary: $64,350-$68,000/year

What You'll Do At DDI:

• Conduct independent, internal program audits to assess compliance with Federal and State regulations, and recommend actions to improve or maintain program compliance.
• Develop and maintain system/process to ensure Program audits are completed for all OPWDD certified programs at least annually.
• Conduct internal investigations, both independently and in teams, and complete thorough investigation reports, as assigned.
• Identify need for corrective action resulting from audits completed.
• Liaison with program staff regarding plans of corrective action and responses to committee and investigation recommendations.
• Develop and maintain tracking schedule for Program investigation follow up, including documentation requests from external authorities.
• Represent the agency to external authorities, making notification of all incidents as required, and participate in the preparation of trend analysis reports.
• Ensure accurate and timely entry of incident data and information using various software applications, including OPWDD Incident Reporting & Management Application (IRMA).
• Responsible for the preparation and presentation of investigations and incident report trend data to Agency Incident Review committees.
• Supervise and oversee Quality Assurance Specialists to ensure participation and completion of Program audits.
• Participate in special projects and committees as requested, including DDI Quality Improvement Committee.
• Identify and recommend quality improvement processes.
• Periodic on-call responsibility for weekend/off hours notification of incidents
• Perform other job related duties as required

What You Need For The Role:

• Associate's Degree or higher in related Human Services' field (Ex. Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, etc.)
• Two (2) years' experience with OPWDD incident management investigation, analysis and reporting in accordance with OPWDD rules and regulations
• Familiar with quality improvement/quality assurance concepts and processes
• Demonstrated competency in computer software applications including Microsoft Office
• Valid New York State Driver's License

What You Must Be Able To Do:

• While performing the duties of this job, employee is regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus

Why You'll Love This Job:

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.
• Exceptional Work-Life Balance: Explore flexible schedules with generous paid off.

Here's How We Support You:

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within DDI.
• Work-Life Balance: Various schedules to support your life.
• And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!

If You Are:

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the DDI team!

DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.

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The Manager, Quality Assurance supports the electronic management of entries in the Enterprise Quality Management System (EQMS), to support Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) compliance at the Abeona Therapeutics Inc. site in Cleveland, OH. This role will be responsible for leading, writing, and managing quality investigations related to deviations, non-conformances, out-of-specification (OOS) results, CAPAs, and Change Controls within a GMP-regulated cell and gene therapy manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will bring experience in root cause analysis, strong scientific acumen, and an ability to work cross-functionally to ensure timely, compliant, and effective resolution of quality issues. This role serves as an embedded quality assurance representative within various GMP departments/functional groups.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPosition is Day Shift with occasional weekends (as needed).

* Performs the following duties with minimal supervision.
* Lead and manage the deviation, investigations, CAPA, and Change Control program across Manufacturing, QC, and other GxP functions.
* Supervise a team of Quality Investigators and/or specialists responsible for conducting and writing deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and Change Controls.
* Provide subject matter expertise (SME) in deviation handling, root cause analysis, CAPA definition, and effectiveness checks.
* Ensure investigations are conducted to high quality standards, meet regulatory expectations, and are completed within established timelines.
* Review deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and Change Controls for scientific accuracy, regulatory compliance, and clarity.
* Identify trends and systemic issues from investigation data; lead cross-functional initiatives to reduce repeat deviations and improve processes.
* Serve as the investigations SME during regulatory inspections and internal audits; prepare and present investigation summaries and metrics.
* Own and/or continuously improve SOPs, workflows, and tools related to investigations, CAPA, Change Control and deviation management.
* Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Quality Control, Supply Chain, Facilities, Engineering, and Regulatory Affairs.
* Support the development and delivery of training on investigation techniques and quality event reporting.
* Support site inspections, as needed.
* Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

* Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Life Science, Engineering, or a related field and/or equivalent experience.
* Minimum of 7 years of experience in quality and/or in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or biologics cGMP regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
* 2+ years of direct team management or leadership experience.
* Deep knowledge of cGMPS, ICH Q9 (Quality Risk Management), FDA regulatory expectations.
* General knowledge of aseptic manufacturing processes.
* Proven experience in investigation writing, root cause analysis, and CAPA management.
* Experience leading teams, developing personnel, and fostering a high-performance culture.
* Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.


* Proficient in electronic QMS tools (e.g., Veeva, MasterControl, TrackWise, etc.).
* Collaborative team player with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Competencies

* Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and Good Documentation Practices.
* Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Microsoft Office 365 and other applications.
* Must possess effective interpersonal, verbal, and technical writing skills, patience, professionalism, and the ability to effectively interact and communicate with internal staff and management.
* Comfortable in a fast-paced, patient-focused manufacturing environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based on changing priorities.
* Training or certification in investigation techniques (e.g., TapRoot, Kepner-Tregoe)

Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to experience prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment is required. A normal range of hearing and vision correctable to 20/20 is required. Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds is required.The Manager, Quality Assurance supports the electronic management of entries in the Enterprise Quality Management System (EQMS), to support Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) compliance at the Abeona Therapeutics Inc. site in Cleveland, OH. This role will be responsible for leading, writing, and managing quality investigations related to deviations, non-conformances, out-of-specification (OOS) results, CAPAs, and Change Controls within a GMP-regulated cell and gene therapy manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will bring experience in root cause analysis, strong scientific acumen, and an ability to work cross-functionally to ensure timely, compliant, and effective resolution of quality issues. This role serves as an embedded quality assurance representative within various GMP departments/functional groups.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPosition is Day Shift with occasional weekends (as needed).

* Performs the following duties with minimal supervision.
* Lead and manage the deviation, investigations, CAPA, and Change Control program across Manufacturing, QC, and other GxP functions.
* Supervise a team of Quality Investigators and/or specialists responsible for conducting and writing deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and Change Controls.
* Provide subject matter expertise (SME) in deviation handling, root cause analysis, CAPA definition, and effectiveness checks.
* Ensure investigations are conducted to high quality standards, meet regulatory expectations, and are completed within established timelines.
* Review deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and Change Controls for scientific accuracy, regulatory compliance, and clarity.
* Identify trends and systemic issues from investigation data; lead cross-functional initiatives to reduce repeat deviations and improve processes.
* Serve as the investigations SME during regulatory inspections and internal audits; prepare and present investigation summaries and metrics.
* Own and/or continuously improve SOPs, workflows, and tools related to investigations, CAPA, Change Control and deviation management.
* Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Quality Control, Supply Chain, Facilities, Engineering, and Regulatory Affairs.
* Support the development and delivery of training on investigation techniques and quality event reporting.
* Support site inspections, as needed.
* Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

* Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Life Science, Engineering, or a related field and/or equivalent experience.
* Minimum of 7 years of experience in quality and/or in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or biologics cGMP regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
* 2+ years of direct team management or leadership experience.
* Deep knowledge of cGMPS, ICH Q9 (Quality Risk Management), FDA regulatory expectations.
* General knowledge of aseptic manufacturing processes.
* Proven experience in investigation writing, root cause analysis, and CAPA management.
* Experience leading teams, developing personnel, and fostering a high-performance culture.
* Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.


* Proficient in electronic QMS tools (e.g., Veeva, MasterControl, TrackWise, etc.).
* Collaborative team player with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Competencies

* Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and Good Documentation Practices.
* Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Microsoft Office 365 and other applications.
* Must possess effective interpersonal, verbal, and technical writing skills, patience, professionalism, and the ability to effectively interact and communicate with internal staff and management.
* Comfortable in a fast-paced, patient-focused manufacturing environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based on changing priorities.
* Training or certification in investigation techniques (e.g., TapRoot, Kepner-Tregoe)

Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to experience prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment is required. A normal range of hearing and vision correctable to 20/20 is required. Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds is required.

The National Tax Quality Assurance (NTQA) QRM Support Team Manager is responsible for supporting the Deloitte Tax LLP regional Quality Risk Manager (QRM) network. This network is comprised of senior Tax PPMDs across the country who are critical to our efforts to build and support a Culture of Quality within the US Tax practice.
What You'll Do
As a QRM Support Team Manager, you will:
+ Serve as a broad-based support for all activities of our Tax QRM network.
+ Analyze information received in connection with new client acceptance and raise relevant issues.
+ Read and comment on draft engagement agreements, scopes of services, and other contracting documents to identify deviations from our standard templates and other potential issues.
+ Work with client service teams in resolving matters in connection with the above.
+ Support execution of Tax PPMD Quality Assurance Reviews (QARs).
+ Support efforts associated with maintaining our Quality and Litigation Module (QLM).
+ Participate in consultations with US and Global Tax Risk, Independence and Conflicts Network, Confidentiality and Privacy, Office of General Counsel, and other Deloitte business' client quality and risk teams.
+ Develop and deliver quality and risk training content on both a local and national level.
+ Support other QRM activities and special projects, as needed.
The Team
At Deloitte Tax LLP, our National Tax Quality Assurance team is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of quality and risk management. Our team supports client-facing teams in how they approach the marketplace, develop service offerings, evaluate and onboard prospective clients, contract for services, deliver quality client service, and fulfill post-engagement and other recurring obligations. We collaborate closely with various stakeholders to manage and mitigate risks effectively.
Required Qualifications
+ Ability to perform job responsibilities within a hybrid work model that requires US Tax professionals to co-locate in person 2-3 days per week.
+ 5+ years of experience in tax, legal, or other fields involving contracting.
+ Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
+ One of the following active accreditations obtained:
+ Licensed CPA in state of practice/primary office if eligible to sit for the CPA.
+ If not CPA eligible:
+ Licensed Attorney
+ Enrolled Agent.
+ Ability to travel up to 25%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
Preferred
+ Advanced degree such as Masters of Tax, JD, and/or LLM.
+ Strong understanding of the professional services model (ideally for tax services), including the contracting and delivery lifecycle
+ Outstanding verbal and written communication, including with respect to sensitive and complex matters.
+ Outstanding project management and ability to work through conflicts in a constructive and collaborative manner.
+ Ability to self-direct projects, with strong judgment regarding when to consult with team members and escalate issues.
+ Ability to prioritize critical needs, act decisively, and handle a high volume of complex tasks within a given timeframe.
+ Proven willingness to listen and learn, and a consistent record of making and explaining appropriate decisions.
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $100,730 to $213,200.
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Information for applicants with a need for accommodation:
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.