Dymax
Overview
Senior Manager Quality position based in Torrington, Connecticut. You will lead the execution of quality strategy, people development, and regulatory compliance by building and managing high-performing quality teams across Dymax's manufacturing sites. You will set and uphold consistent quality standards, translate corporate objectives into site-level actions, and align site-level systems with global expectations to drive sustained operational excellence and customer trust. Responsibilities
Translate global quality strategy into site-level execution by operationalizing corporate initiatives across plants, aligning quality teams to shared KPIs, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and business requirements. Oversee product release and scale-up testing with full accountability by directing end-to-end quality control across incoming, in-process, and final product stages, and validating scale-up batches to meet evolving customer and regulatory demands. Elevate customer quality performance across all Quality departments and locations by leading major quality issue resolution, directing cross-functional response teams, and reinforcing customer trust through transparent communication and decisive action. Lead enterprise-level process improvements across functions by deploying advanced analytics, facilitating continuous improvement frameworks, and influencing upstream and downstream operations to reduce risk and enhance performance. Develop high-performing, cross-site quality teams by recruiting, mentoring, and empowering managers and specialists to deliver results autonomously while cultivating a culture of accountability, learning, and operational discipline. Drive supplier quality excellence through cross-site alignment by setting expectations for incoming material quality, partnering with Procurement to assess and develop suppliers, and enforcing accountability through structured monitoring and corrective actions. Own regulatory readiness and site certification across regions by ensuring full compliance with applicable standards (e.g., ISO 9001, GMP, GLP), leading audit execution, and acting as the senior quality authority during inspections and certifications. Deliver enterprise-level reporting and decision-quality data by building and maintaining metrics dashboards, analyzing site trends, and presenting actionable insights to executive leadership to inform strategic decisions and drive accountability. Qualifications
10+ years of progressive experience in quality management within manufacturing, including 3-5+ years in a multi-site or senior leadership capacity BS degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field — or equivalency required; advanced degree strongly preferred Technically skilled in LIMS, QMS platforms (MasterControl, ETQ, Arena); common QC instrumentation and calibration procedures; Minitab, Excel, and ERP systems (JDE-E1 especially helpful) Proficient in data-driven quality tools such as SPC, root cause analysis, and performance dashboards Experienced in cross-functional collaboration with Operations, R&D, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams Clear and confident communicator with the ability to convey quality insights to executive stakeholders, customers, and auditors Demonstrated success leading high-performing teams and building quality-driven cultures across functions or locations Deep knowledge of batch release protocols, scale-up validation, and process qualification in specialty chemical or adhesive manufacturing Proven track record managing customer and regulatory audits, quality agreements, and complex CAPA investigations Benefits
Attractive salaries Personal growth opportunities Excellent benefits packages that include: Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision), Retirement Plan (401K), Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D), Paid Time Off and Public Holidays, Disability coverage, and additional programs Training & Development; Tuition Reimbursement; Wellness Resources Salary Range:
$116,000-$167,000 Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Additional Information
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Manufacturing Industries: Chemical Manufacturing
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Senior Manager Quality position based in Torrington, Connecticut. You will lead the execution of quality strategy, people development, and regulatory compliance by building and managing high-performing quality teams across Dymax's manufacturing sites. You will set and uphold consistent quality standards, translate corporate objectives into site-level actions, and align site-level systems with global expectations to drive sustained operational excellence and customer trust. Responsibilities
Translate global quality strategy into site-level execution by operationalizing corporate initiatives across plants, aligning quality teams to shared KPIs, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and business requirements. Oversee product release and scale-up testing with full accountability by directing end-to-end quality control across incoming, in-process, and final product stages, and validating scale-up batches to meet evolving customer and regulatory demands. Elevate customer quality performance across all Quality departments and locations by leading major quality issue resolution, directing cross-functional response teams, and reinforcing customer trust through transparent communication and decisive action. Lead enterprise-level process improvements across functions by deploying advanced analytics, facilitating continuous improvement frameworks, and influencing upstream and downstream operations to reduce risk and enhance performance. Develop high-performing, cross-site quality teams by recruiting, mentoring, and empowering managers and specialists to deliver results autonomously while cultivating a culture of accountability, learning, and operational discipline. Drive supplier quality excellence through cross-site alignment by setting expectations for incoming material quality, partnering with Procurement to assess and develop suppliers, and enforcing accountability through structured monitoring and corrective actions. Own regulatory readiness and site certification across regions by ensuring full compliance with applicable standards (e.g., ISO 9001, GMP, GLP), leading audit execution, and acting as the senior quality authority during inspections and certifications. Deliver enterprise-level reporting and decision-quality data by building and maintaining metrics dashboards, analyzing site trends, and presenting actionable insights to executive leadership to inform strategic decisions and drive accountability. Qualifications
10+ years of progressive experience in quality management within manufacturing, including 3-5+ years in a multi-site or senior leadership capacity BS degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field — or equivalency required; advanced degree strongly preferred Technically skilled in LIMS, QMS platforms (MasterControl, ETQ, Arena); common QC instrumentation and calibration procedures; Minitab, Excel, and ERP systems (JDE-E1 especially helpful) Proficient in data-driven quality tools such as SPC, root cause analysis, and performance dashboards Experienced in cross-functional collaboration with Operations, R&D, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams Clear and confident communicator with the ability to convey quality insights to executive stakeholders, customers, and auditors Demonstrated success leading high-performing teams and building quality-driven cultures across functions or locations Deep knowledge of batch release protocols, scale-up validation, and process qualification in specialty chemical or adhesive manufacturing Proven track record managing customer and regulatory audits, quality agreements, and complex CAPA investigations Benefits
Attractive salaries Personal growth opportunities Excellent benefits packages that include: Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision), Retirement Plan (401K), Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D), Paid Time Off and Public Holidays, Disability coverage, and additional programs Training & Development; Tuition Reimbursement; Wellness Resources Salary Range:
$116,000-$167,000 Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Additional Information
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Manufacturing Industries: Chemical Manufacturing
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