Pave Talent
QA/QC Manager - Personal Care | ISO 22716 | Relocation Available
Pave Talent, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
QA/QC Manager - Personal Care | ISO 22716 | Relocation Available
Ready to lead quality excellence in a fast-growing personal care manufacturing facility? Relocation Package Available!
Our client is an established personal care manufacturer in Ottawa, Illinois (90 miles from Chicago) known for its collaborative, innovation-driven, and quality-first culture. With a 35-person quality team and state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, they're seeking an experienced QA/QC Manager to drive continuous improvement and maintain the highest standards in cosmetics manufacturing.
Open to candidates in the Chicago area willing to commute to Ottawa, Illinois, or open to relocating to the area. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
The Impact You'll Make As QA/QC Manager, you'll oversee the entire quality department—including quality control, quality assurance, microbiology lab, documentation, and validation—while reporting directly to the CEO. You'll ensure compliance with FDA OTC regulations, ISO 22716 cosmetics standards, and cGMP requirements while leading a team of four supervisors and fostering a culture of quality excellence throughout the organization.
What You'll Do Lead quality operations across all manufacturing processes, implementing ISO 22716 cosmetics quality standards and FDA OTC compliance protocols to ensure product safety and regulatory adherence. Manage four direct reports including quality control, laboratory, documentation, and validation supervisors while developing team capabilities through training and mentorship. Oversee the microbiology laboratory operations to enhance contamination control and product testing procedures. Establish and monitor quality metrics and KPIs, conducting management review meetings and reporting QMS performance to executive leadership. Collaborate with R&D, operations, and external partners to develop product requirements and specifications that meet customer expectations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing quality data, identifying trends, and implementing corrective actions to minimize defects and reworks. Conduct internal audits and manage supplier quality systems to ensure incoming material quality meets specifications. Handle product recalls and customer complaints with swift resolution while identifying root causes for systemic improvements.
What You Bring
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related science field 10+ years of quality assurance/quality control experience in regulated industries Minimum 5 years of direct experience in personal care or cosmetics manufacturing Deep expertise with ISO 22716 (cosmetics quality management system) Strong knowledge of FDA OTC regulations and cGMP requirements Proven leadership experience managing quality teams and multiple supervisors Excellent analytical skills with proficiency in statistical process control (SPC) Willingness to commute to Ottawa, Illinois from the Chicago area or relocate to the area.
Preferred:
Master's degree in related scientific field Current CQA (Certified Quality Auditor) or similar quality certification 2-3 years of hands-on microbiology laboratory experience Experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems Bilingual English/Spanish capabilities.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out Join a tight-knit quality team where every voice matters and innovation is encouraged. This direct-to-CEO reporting relationship offers exceptional visibility and influence on company-wide quality initiatives. The company provides comprehensive benefits from day one, relocation assistance package for qualified candidates, and a supportive environment where quality professionals can make meaningful impact in personal care manufacturing.
Located in Ottawa, Illinois—just 90 miles from Chicago—you'll enjoy small-town quality of life with big-city access, lower cost of living, and a welcoming community. Our client values work-life balance, professional development, and building long-term careers. The quality team regularly collaborates across departments and takes pride in maintaining industry-leading standards that protect consumers and drive business success.
Ready to elevate quality standards in personal care manufacturing? Apply via LinkedIn and Pave Talent will contact qualified candidates within 24-48 hours. Open to Chicago-area candidates willing to commute or relocate to Ottawa, Illinois. Relocation assistance available. Confidential search—your application is fully private. Apply now!
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Our client is an established personal care manufacturer in Ottawa, Illinois (90 miles from Chicago) known for its collaborative, innovation-driven, and quality-first culture. With a 35-person quality team and state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, they're seeking an experienced QA/QC Manager to drive continuous improvement and maintain the highest standards in cosmetics manufacturing.
Open to candidates in the Chicago area willing to commute to Ottawa, Illinois, or open to relocating to the area. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
The Impact You'll Make As QA/QC Manager, you'll oversee the entire quality department—including quality control, quality assurance, microbiology lab, documentation, and validation—while reporting directly to the CEO. You'll ensure compliance with FDA OTC regulations, ISO 22716 cosmetics standards, and cGMP requirements while leading a team of four supervisors and fostering a culture of quality excellence throughout the organization.
What You'll Do Lead quality operations across all manufacturing processes, implementing ISO 22716 cosmetics quality standards and FDA OTC compliance protocols to ensure product safety and regulatory adherence. Manage four direct reports including quality control, laboratory, documentation, and validation supervisors while developing team capabilities through training and mentorship. Oversee the microbiology laboratory operations to enhance contamination control and product testing procedures. Establish and monitor quality metrics and KPIs, conducting management review meetings and reporting QMS performance to executive leadership. Collaborate with R&D, operations, and external partners to develop product requirements and specifications that meet customer expectations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing quality data, identifying trends, and implementing corrective actions to minimize defects and reworks. Conduct internal audits and manage supplier quality systems to ensure incoming material quality meets specifications. Handle product recalls and customer complaints with swift resolution while identifying root causes for systemic improvements.
What You Bring
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related science field 10+ years of quality assurance/quality control experience in regulated industries Minimum 5 years of direct experience in personal care or cosmetics manufacturing Deep expertise with ISO 22716 (cosmetics quality management system) Strong knowledge of FDA OTC regulations and cGMP requirements Proven leadership experience managing quality teams and multiple supervisors Excellent analytical skills with proficiency in statistical process control (SPC) Willingness to commute to Ottawa, Illinois from the Chicago area or relocate to the area.
Preferred:
Master's degree in related scientific field Current CQA (Certified Quality Auditor) or similar quality certification 2-3 years of hands-on microbiology laboratory experience Experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems Bilingual English/Spanish capabilities.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out Join a tight-knit quality team where every voice matters and innovation is encouraged. This direct-to-CEO reporting relationship offers exceptional visibility and influence on company-wide quality initiatives. The company provides comprehensive benefits from day one, relocation assistance package for qualified candidates, and a supportive environment where quality professionals can make meaningful impact in personal care manufacturing.
Located in Ottawa, Illinois—just 90 miles from Chicago—you'll enjoy small-town quality of life with big-city access, lower cost of living, and a welcoming community. Our client values work-life balance, professional development, and building long-term careers. The quality team regularly collaborates across departments and takes pride in maintaining industry-leading standards that protect consumers and drive business success.
Ready to elevate quality standards in personal care manufacturing? Apply via LinkedIn and Pave Talent will contact qualified candidates within 24-48 hours. Open to Chicago-area candidates willing to commute or relocate to Ottawa, Illinois. Relocation assistance available. Confidential search—your application is fully private. Apply now!
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