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Advion Interchim Scientific

Quality Assurance Manager

Advion Interchim Scientific, Mill Pond Village Mobile Home Park, Michigan, United States

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About Advion, Inc.

Advion, Inc. is a global leader in analytical instrumentation, providing innovative solutions that advance scientific discovery. Our collaborative culture, commitment to quality, and focus on continuous improvement make Advion an exciting place to grow your career. Position Overview

Advion, Inc. is seeking a

Quality Assurance Manager

to lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of the company's Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with

ISO standards

and applicable

U.S. export control regulations , including

ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations)

and

EAR (Export Administration Regulations) . Reporting directly to the CEO, this role serves as the organizational authority for quality compliance, audit readiness, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and quality performance reporting. The Quality Assurance Manager oversees Quality Control personnel and works cross-functionally to ensure product integrity, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across operations, engineering, and manufacturing. Primary Responsibilities

Quality Management System (ISO Alignment)

Establish, maintain, and continuously improve the Quality Management System in accordance with applicable ISO standards

Ensure QMS documentation, records, and procedures are controlled, current, and audit-ready

Lead document control, record retention, and change management processes

Ensure consistent application of quality procedures across departments

Regulatory Compliance (ITAR & EAR)

Support company compliance with U.S. export control regulations, including ITAR and EAR, as they relate to quality systems, documentation, records, and controlled technical data

Ensure quality and QC documentation supports export compliance requirements, including traceability and access controls

Partner with leadership and relevant stakeholders to support internal controls, audits, and regulatory inquiries related to export compliance

Quality Control & Operational Oversight

Develop and manage Quality Control processes, including: Control of nonconforming material and disposition processes

Calibration compliance for inspection, measurement, and test equipment

Management of approved deviations, waivers, and concessions

Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) systems, including root cause analysis and effectiveness verification

Ensure quality records are accurate, complete, and retained per regulatory and internal requirements

Audits & Assessments

Plan, host, and lead internal audits to assess compliance with ISO standards, internal procedures, and regulatory requirements

Serve as the primary point of contact for external audits, including customer, certification body, and regulatory audits

Prepare audit documentation, manage findings, and ensure timely closure of corrective actions

Metrics, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

Define, track, analyze, and report quality metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to executive leadership

Identify trends and systemic risks impacting quality or compliance

Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on process effectiveness, compliance, and risk reduction

Customer Quality & Warranty Management

Oversee warranty approval processes to ensure consistency, compliance, and traceability

Lead investigations into customer complaints, including root cause analysis and corrective actions

Interface with customers as needed on quality-related issues

Leadership & Personnel Management

Directly manage Quality Control personnel

Ensure QC staff are trained, qualified, and compliant with quality and regulatory requirements

Establish performance objectives, conduct evaluations, and support professional development

Promote a culture of quality ownership, ethical conduct, and continuous improvement

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related technical discipline

Demonstrated experience managing quality systems in an ISO-aligned environment

Working knowledge of quality control methodologies, audits, CAPA, and documentation control

Familiarity with ITAR and/or EAR requirements as they relate to documentation, records, and compliance controls

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Strong technical writing, documentation, and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in a regulated manufacturing, scientific, or technology environment

Experience managing or supporting export-controlled programs or products

Prior people-management or supervisory experience

Membership in professional quality or regulatory organizations

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Light office environment

Occasional interaction with manufacturing, laboratory, or controlled work areas as required

Performance Measures

Maintenance of ISO alignment and regulatory compliance

Successful audit outcomes and timely closure of corrective actions

Achievement of defined quality metrics and improvement objectives

Why Advion?

Competitive compensation ( $85,000 - $100,000 )

High-visibility role with direct executive engagement

Opportunity to lead and mature quality systems in a regulated, technology-focused organization

Collaborative culture emphasizing compliance, ethics, and continuous improvement

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