Senior Quality Manager Jobs in North Carolina
Senior Quality Manager jobs in North Carolina are in steady demand, concentrated in manufacturing, life sciences, and aerospace sectors that anchor the state's industrial economy at every level from quality engineer through senior director. Charlotte, the Research Triangle region, and Greensboro are the most active hiring metros, with established employers such as Honeywell, Labcorp, and Smithfield Foods consistently recruiting senior quality managers. The most sought-after specialties include quality management systems, regulatory compliance, and supplier quality assurance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Overview
The Senior Program Quality Manager is responsible for programs from the point of Quality Agreement signature through program closure. This role ensures Fujifilm Biotechnologies, Holly Springs provides services in alignment with our contracted commitment to clients and our company vision/mission (strategy and compliance). This role is the primary client liaison representing FUJIFILM Biotechnologies, Holly Springs Quality. The Senior Program Quality Manager handles an average load of 1-3 programs and receives coaching & guidance from the Senior Director, Global Program Quality.
Company Overview
FUJIFILM Biotechnologies is building the future of bioproduction in Holly Springs, North Carolina. By end of 2025, we’ll open North America’s largest end-to-end CDMO biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility, offering drug substance production, fill-finish, and packaging under one roof.
We’re looking for passionate, mission-driven people to help us realize this exciting vision and deliver the next vaccine, cure, or therapy. We offer a dynamic work environment and we’re proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your purpose, energy, and drive—what we call Genki. Ready to shape the future of medicine? Let’s transform healthcare together!
Holly Springs, North Carolina, combines small-town warmth with proximity to Raleigh’s thriving tech scene, making it the perfect blend of community and opportunity.
Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers
Job Description
What You’ll Do
- Acts as Primary Quality liaison and project team member between the client and FUJIFILM Biotechnologies, Holly Springs.
- Leads the planning and execution of programs in alignment with Quality Agreements (vision, mission, strategy-goals-objectives).
- After the Sales Team completes the initial draft Scope of Work (SOW), engages impacted functional areas for inputs to ensure the quality agreement elements are complete and realistic.
- Ensures that the quality agreement is organized based on segments of work and regulatory requirements including FDA, EU, and other regulatory agencies.
- Coordinates and monitors completion of the contract elements of the Quality Agreement.
- Understands the approach and details of the SOW and communicates to the Project PM any work requested beyond the quality agreement/contract that is covered by change orders.
- Acts as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and provides strategic support for client audits in partnership with the PQS team members.
- Participates in cross-functional Program Kickoffs (Internal & Client).
- Educates the impacted organization about the key elements/deliverables of the Quality Agreement.
- Represents Quality on the project team & steering committee membership as needed.
- Organizes, leads, and facilitates Quality project teams (internal and external) and determines meeting cadence for each program.
- Provides a standard agenda and meeting summaries such as discussion points, decisions, action-risk log. Implements a project team meeting cadence which enables appropriate internal discussions and client engagement/communication.
- Assigns and tracks specific functional accountabilities.
- Actively conducts risk management within and across programs. Escalates unresolved issues-risks-decisions to functional leaders and/or tier process as appropriate to ensure that SLT knows the impact and potential intervention needed for resolution of potential Quality issues.
- Tracks and reports programs quality performance through periodic Management Review.
- Provides timely responses to clients including but not limited to communications involving deviations, change management, product disposition, and all other quality agreement deliverables.
- Performs Quality approval of high-level documents, including, process control strategy, product specification, and PPQ protocols/reports.
- Performs other duties, as assigned.
- Collaborative attitude with the willingness to work with global peers and cross-functional teams toward company and department goals.
- Excellent oral and written communications skills and fluency in English.
- Excellent organizational and critical thinking skills.
- Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining the quality standards.
- Strong understanding of regulatory affairs in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Ability to navigate complex stakeholder interactions.
- Knowledge of Project Management principles.
- Proactive approach to regulatory intelligence and compliance.
- Commitment to sustainability and innovative solutions.
- Problem solving & conflict resolution.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting timelines in a GMP environment.
- Must be flexible to support 24/7 manufacturing facility.
- Bachelor’s in Life Sciences or Engineering or equivalent with 8+ years of applicable industry experience; OR,
- Masters in Life Sciences or Engineering and 6+ years of applicable experience; OR,
- PhD in Life Sciences or Engineering and 4+ years of applicable experience.
- Experience in customer relationship management or alliance management.
- Experience in quality assurance in a GMP environment.
- Experience in developing and implementing regulatory strategies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Training and/or familiarity with Quality Risk Management principles project management training.
Physical Requirements:
The 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 essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required on a regular basis to:
- Ability to discern audible cues.
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time for up to 30 minutes.
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time for up to 120 minutes.
- Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to 10 pounds.
To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of FUJIFILM about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at FUJIFILM via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of FUJIFILM, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by FUJIFILM for this requisition and a valid agreement with FUJIFILM is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the FUJIFILM agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.
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Position Overview
The Senior Program Quality Manager is responsible for programs from the point of Quality Agreement signature through program closure. This role ensures Fujifilm Biotechnologies, Holly Springs provides services in alignment with our contracted commitment to clients and our company vision/mission (strategy and compliance). This role is the primary client liaison representing FUJIFILM Biotechnologies, Holly Springs Quality. The Senior Program Quality Manager handles an average load of 1-3 programs and receives coaching & guidance from the Senior Director, Global Program Quality.
Company Overview
FUJIFILM Biotechnologies is building the future of bioproduction in Holly Springs, North Carolina. By end of 2025, we’ll open North America’s largest end-to-end CDMO biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility, offering drug substance production, fill-finish, and packaging under one roof.
We’re looking for passionate, mission-driven people to help us realize this exciting vision and deliver the next vaccine, cure, or therapy. We offer a dynamic work environment and we’re proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your purpose, energy, and drive—what we call Genki. Ready to shape the future of medicine? Let’s transform healthcare together!
Holly Springs, North Carolina, combines small-town warmth with proximity to Raleigh’s thriving tech scene, making it the perfect blend of community and opportunity.
Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers
Job Description
What You’ll Do
- Acts as Primary Quality liaison and project team member between the client and FUJIFILM Biotechnologies, Holly Springs.
- Leads the planning and execution of programs in alignment with Quality Agreements (vision, mission, strategy-goals-objectives).
- After the Sales Team completes the initial draft Scope of Work (SOW), engages impacted functional areas for inputs to ensure the quality agreement elements are complete and realistic.
- Ensures that the quality agreement is organized based on segments of work and regulatory requirements including FDA, EU, and other regulatory agencies.
- Coordinates and monitors completion of the contract elements of the Quality Agreement.
- Understands the approach and details of the SOW and communicates to the Project PM any work requested beyond the quality agreement/contract that is covered by change orders.
- Acts as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and provides strategic support for client audits in partnership with the PQS team members.
- Participates in cross-functional Program Kickoffs (Internal & Client).
- Educates the impacted organization about the key elements/deliverables of the Quality Agreement.
- Represents Quality on the project team & steering committee membership as needed.
- Organizes, leads, and facilitates Quality project teams (internal and external) and determines meeting cadence for each program.
- Provides a standard agenda and meeting summaries such as discussion points, decisions, action-risk log. Implements a project team meeting cadence which enables appropriate internal discussions and client engagement/communication.
- Assigns and tracks specific functional accountabilities.
- Actively conducts risk management within and across programs. Escalates unresolved issues-risks-decisions to functional leaders and/or tier process as appropriate to ensure that SLT knows the impact and potential intervention needed for resolution of potential Quality issues.
- Tracks and reports programs quality performance through periodic Management Review.
- Provides timely responses to clients including but not limited to communications involving deviations, change management, product disposition, and all other quality agreement deliverables.
- Performs Quality approval of high-level documents, including, process control strategy, product specification, and PPQ protocols/reports.
- Performs other duties, as assigned.
- Collaborative attitude with the willingness to work with global peers and cross-functional teams toward company and department goals.
- Excellent oral and written communications skills and fluency in English.
- Excellent organizational and critical thinking skills.
- Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining the quality standards.
- Strong understanding of regulatory affairs in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Ability to navigate complex stakeholder interactions.
- Knowledge of Project Management principles.
- Proactive approach to regulatory intelligence and compliance.
- Commitment to sustainability and innovative solutions.
- Problem solving & conflict resolution.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting timelines in a GMP environment.
- Must be flexible to support 24/7 manufacturing facility.
- Bachelor’s in Life Sciences or Engineering or equivalent with 8+ years of applicable industry experience; OR,
- Masters in Life Sciences or Engineering and 6+ years of applicable experience; OR,
- PhD in Life Sciences or Engineering and 4+ years of applicable experience.
- Experience in customer relationship management or alliance management.
- Experience in quality assurance in a GMP environment.
- Experience in developing and implementing regulatory strategies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Training and/or familiarity with Quality Risk Management principles project management training.
Physical Requirements:
The 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 essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required on a regular basis to:
- Ability to discern audible cues.
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time for up to 30 minutes.
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time for up to 120 minutes.
- Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to 10 pounds.
To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of FUJIFILM about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at FUJIFILM via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of FUJIFILM, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by FUJIFILM for this requisition and a valid agreement with FUJIFILM is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the FUJIFILM agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.
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What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior quality manager jobs across North Carolina.
- ASQ Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer credential strongly preferred by North Carolina employers
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related technical field required
- Seven or more years of progressive quality management experience in manufacturing or regulated industries
- Demonstrated experience with FDA, ISO 9001, or AS9100 quality systems relevant to North Carolina industry sectors
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional quality teams and mentor junior quality staff
- Proficiency with statistical process control tools such as Six Sigma or Lean methodologies
Senior Quality Manager Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a senior quality manager in North Carolina?
Most senior quality manager roles in North Carolina require a bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field combined with several years of progressive quality experience. North Carolina does not issue a state license for this role, but employers across the state's manufacturing and life sciences sectors strongly favor candidates holding American Society for Quality credentials such as the Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer designation, which require passing a standardized exam.
How much do senior quality managers make in North Carolina?
Senior quality managers in North Carolina earn a median of about $125,940 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,130 for the lowest 10% to over $206,310 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire senior quality managers in North Carolina?
Employers hiring senior quality managers in North Carolina right now include ABB, Eaton, and Qorvo, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. North Carolina's dense concentration of pharmaceutical manufacturers, aerospace suppliers, and food processing companies means demand for senior quality managers remains consistent across both large corporations and mid-size contract manufacturers throughout the state.
Which North Carolina cities have the most senior quality manager jobs?
Charlotte, Greensboro, and Morrisville have the most senior quality manager openings in North Carolina. Charlotte drives volume through its manufacturing and logistics base, the Research Triangle draws heavy life sciences and biotech demand tied to companies clustered around RTP, and Greensboro reflects the Piedmont Triad's long-established furniture, textiles, and aerospace supply chain employers.
Are there remote senior quality manager jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. Senior quality manager work typically requires on-site presence to oversee production floors, conduct audits, and manage quality systems directly. About 23% of senior quality manager openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, so most positions do expect regular in-person work. The portions of the role most likely to be done remotely include documentation review, supplier quality audits, and quality management system reporting.
How can I get hired as a senior quality manager in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is starting as a quality technician or quality engineer at one of North Carolina's large manufacturers or contract pharmaceutical organizations, then building toward a senior role. Companies such as Lonza in Morrisville and Seqirus in Holly Springs run structured development programs for early-career quality professionals. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Technician or Certified Quality Inspector credential while working in a production or laboratory environment is the concrete credential that opens the door to advancement.
Where can I find and apply to senior quality manager jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to senior quality manager jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current North Carolina openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and location preferences and apply directly to employers through the listings.
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