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Massachusetts is one of the strongest H-1B visa sponsorship markets in the country, driven by a dense concentration of biotechnology, healthcare, and technology employers across Greater Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester. Companies like Biogen, HubSpot, and Massachusetts General Hospital file among the highest H-1B petition volumes in New England.
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The Sr. Quality Control Manager is responsible for leading and scaling Quality Control (QC) operations across multiple U.S. manufacturing facilities in Waltham, Norwood, and Billerica, Massachusetts, supporting the production of biotechnology and clinical systems, including point-of-care (POC) and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) medical devices, consumables, and reagents.
This role ensures product quality, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence throughout the manufacturing lifecycle, with a strong emphasis on data-driven quality management, statistical monitoring, and continuous improvement. The Sr. Quality Control Manager will develop and execute comprehensive quality control strategies that support FDA medical device requirements, MDSAP, IVDR, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and other applicable regulatory standards while enabling scalable growth across the organization.
The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader who partners closely with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, and Operations leadership to drive quality objectives, business expansion, and commercialization goals.
Responsibilities:
- Lead Quality Control functions across multiple manufacturing and distribution sites within the United States.
- Establish and maintain enterprise-wide QC strategies, policies, procedures, and performance metrics.
- Build, develop, and mentor high-performing Quality Control teams while fostering a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure consistency of QC practices, testing methodologies, and inspection standards across all facilities.
- Drive operational excellence initiatives that improve product quality, efficiency, and scalability.
- Establish robust systems for collecting, monitoring, analyzing, and reporting product quality and manufacturing performance data.
- Proactively identify trends, emerging product risks, recurring defects, process shifts, and performance gaps to support continuous improvement.
- Lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies and statistical tools.
- Analyze quality, yield, reliability, complaint, nonconformance, and production output data to improve product performance and manufacturing capability.
- Ensure compliance with FDA, MDSAP, IVDR, ISO, and other applicable regulatory requirements and harmonized standards.
- Oversee the management of documentation, records, test reports, deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and quality metrics.
- Collaborate with R&D, Supplier Quality, Incoming Inspection, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Finished Goods, and Distribution teams to drive quality improvements.
- Support engineering and manufacturing quality initiatives through the effective use of procedures, processes, quality engineering tools, and data analysis.
Experience Requirements:
- Strong working knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 14971, MDSAP, IVDR, and FDA regulations including 21 CFR Part 820.
- Experience developing product and process trend analyses, nonconformance reduction programs, risk reduction initiatives, cost containment efforts, and executive-level quality reporting.
- Experience applying product lifecycle risk management principles for IVD medical devices.
- Experience linking QC trends, nonconformances, complaint investigations, and manufacturing performance data to product risk management activities.
- Experience with process and equipment validation activities, including authoring and reviewing IQ, OQ, and PQ documentation.
- Experience authoring Quality Plans and Quality Control Plans.
- Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing operations.
- Strong project management, leadership, and team development skills.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical discipline, preferably within Life Sciences, Chemistry, Medical Technology, or a related field.
- 5–10 years of Quality Control management experience within an FDA-regulated medical device, IVD, or reagent manufacturing environment.
- ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE), ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), and/or Green Belt Six Sigma certification preferred.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Ability to travel between manufacturing facilities as needed.
- Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
- Ability to work in front of a computer screen for prolonged periods.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
Why Work for Nova Biomedical
- Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
- Competitive 401k company match
- Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Generous Tuition reimbursement
- Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
- Professional development, engagement and events
- Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA and Westbrook, ME offices
- Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office
Work Location: Waltham, MA
Targeted Salary Range: $150,000-$170,000/yr
Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.
At Nova Biomedical, we’re not just building instruments, we’re powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science-driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.
Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova’s cutting-edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA-registered, ISO-certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry-trusted diagnostics, we’re setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.
With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we’re building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity.
Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission-driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real-world impact on global health.
Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.
Job Summary:
The Sr. Quality Control Manager is responsible for leading and scaling Quality Control (QC) operations across multiple U.S. manufacturing facilities in Waltham, Norwood, and Billerica, Massachusetts, supporting the production of biotechnology and clinical systems, including point-of-care (POC) and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) medical devices, consumables, and reagents.
This role ensures product quality, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence throughout the manufacturing lifecycle, with a strong emphasis on data-driven quality management, statistical monitoring, and continuous improvement. The Sr. Quality Control Manager will develop and execute comprehensive quality control strategies that support FDA medical device requirements, MDSAP, IVDR, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and other applicable regulatory standards while enabling scalable growth across the organization.
The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader who partners closely with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, and Operations leadership to drive quality objectives, business expansion, and commercialization goals.
Responsibilities:
- Lead Quality Control functions across multiple manufacturing and distribution sites within the United States.
- Establish and maintain enterprise-wide QC strategies, policies, procedures, and performance metrics.
- Build, develop, and mentor high-performing Quality Control teams while fostering a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure consistency of QC practices, testing methodologies, and inspection standards across all facilities.
- Drive operational excellence initiatives that improve product quality, efficiency, and scalability.
- Establish robust systems for collecting, monitoring, analyzing, and reporting product quality and manufacturing performance data.
- Proactively identify trends, emerging product risks, recurring defects, process shifts, and performance gaps to support continuous improvement.
- Lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies and statistical tools.
- Analyze quality, yield, reliability, complaint, nonconformance, and production output data to improve product performance and manufacturing capability.
- Ensure compliance with FDA, MDSAP, IVDR, ISO, and other applicable regulatory requirements and harmonized standards.
- Oversee the management of documentation, records, test reports, deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and quality metrics.
- Collaborate with R&D, Supplier Quality, Incoming Inspection, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Finished Goods, and Distribution teams to drive quality improvements.
- Support engineering and manufacturing quality initiatives through the effective use of procedures, processes, quality engineering tools, and data analysis.
Experience Requirements:
- Strong working knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 14971, MDSAP, IVDR, and FDA regulations including 21 CFR Part 820.
- Experience developing product and process trend analyses, nonconformance reduction programs, risk reduction initiatives, cost containment efforts, and executive-level quality reporting.
- Experience applying product lifecycle risk management principles for IVD medical devices.
- Experience linking QC trends, nonconformances, complaint investigations, and manufacturing performance data to product risk management activities.
- Experience with process and equipment validation activities, including authoring and reviewing IQ, OQ, and PQ documentation.
- Experience authoring Quality Plans and Quality Control Plans.
- Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing operations.
- Strong project management, leadership, and team development skills.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical discipline, preferably within Life Sciences, Chemistry, Medical Technology, or a related field.
- 5–10 years of Quality Control management experience within an FDA-regulated medical device, IVD, or reagent manufacturing environment.
- ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE), ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), and/or Green Belt Six Sigma certification preferred.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Ability to travel between manufacturing facilities as needed.
- Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
- Ability to work in front of a computer screen for prolonged periods.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
Why Work for Nova Biomedical
- Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
- Competitive 401k company match
- Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Generous Tuition reimbursement
- Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
- Professional development, engagement and events
- Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA and Westbrook, ME offices
- Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office
Work Location: Waltham, MA
Targeted Salary Range: $150,000-$170,000/yr
Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.
At Nova Biomedical, we’re not just building instruments, we’re powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science-driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.
Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova’s cutting-edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA-registered, ISO-certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry-trusted diagnostics, we’re setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.
With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we’re building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity.
Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission-driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real-world impact on global health.
Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.
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Tips for Finding H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Massachusetts
Target the Seaport and Kendall Square innovation corridors
Boston's Seaport District and Cambridge's Kendall Square host the highest concentration of H-1B-sponsoring employers in Massachusetts. Focusing your search on these two corridors puts you in front of employers with established immigration programs and experienced HR teams.
Prioritize employers with H-1B filing history
The DOL's OFLC disclosure database lists every certified Labor Condition Application by employer and location. Search for Massachusetts-based companies to confirm they've sponsored H-1B workers before approaching them, so you're not educating them on the process.
Look beyond Boston to Worcester and Springfield
UMass Memorial Health, Hanover Insurance, and manufacturing employers in Worcester and Springfield sponsor H-1B workers and face less applicant competition than Boston-area roles. These markets are often overlooked by international candidates focused exclusively on the Greater Boston area.
Filter job boards for visa-sponsorship-confirmed openings
Searching general job boards means wading through postings with no sponsorship clarity. Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for H-1B sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts, saving time and ensuring every listing you view comes from an employer willing to sponsor.
Engage directly with biotech and life sciences recruiters
Massachusetts life sciences companies routinely hire internationally and work with specialist recruiters who understand H-1B timelines. Connecting with recruiters who place candidates at Moderna, Vertex, or Sanofi's Massachusetts sites often surfaces roles before they're publicly listed.
Time your applications around the H-1B cap registration window
Employers sponsoring cap-subject H-1B petitions must register in March. Securing an offer before February gives your employer enough time to register and prepare the petition. Cap-exempt employers at Massachusetts universities and nonprofits can hire on a rolling basis year-round.
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Which industries in Massachusetts sponsor the most H-1B visas?
Biotechnology and life sciences lead H-1B visa sponsorship in Massachusetts by a significant margin, with companies like Biogen, Moderna, and Vertex Pharmaceuticals filing consistently high petition volumes. Technology and software companies in Greater Boston follow closely, along with academic medical centers, financial services firms, and management consulting practices headquartered in the state.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Greater Boston and Cambridge account for the majority of H-1B sponsorship activity in Massachusetts, with Kendall Square alone housing dozens of major sponsors. Worcester is a secondary hub driven by healthcare and manufacturing employers. Waltham and Lexington, both along the Route 128 technology corridor, also host a significant number of H-1B-sponsoring life sciences and defense technology firms.
What types of roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in Massachusetts?
H-1B sponsorship in Massachusetts is most common in software engineering, data science, biomedical research, clinical operations, financial analysis, and management consulting. These roles require at minimum a bachelor's degree in a directly related specialty field. Healthcare clinical roles such as physicians and pharmacists also qualify, as do architecture and engineering positions across the state's infrastructure sector.
How do I find H-1B sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?
Start by using Migrate Mate, which filters job listings specifically by H-1B sponsorship availability and state, so every Massachusetts result you see comes from an employer prepared to sponsor. You can supplement this by searching the DOL's OFLC disclosure data to identify which Massachusetts employers have the strongest H-1B filing histories before you apply.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B jobs in Massachusetts?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.