[Hiring] Regional Quality Manager @Accredited Labs

Role Description

The Regional Quality Manager is responsible for oversight of the Quality Management System (QMS) across 10-12 ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratories within the Accredited Labs network. This is a remote position with a preference for candidates located in the Eastern half of the United States, with approximately 50% travel required. This role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance, driving consistency, and elevating technical quality across multiple locations.

• Ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and internal quality requirements.
• Prepare for and actively participate in internal audits and external accreditation assessments (A2LA, ANAB, etc.).
• Serve as a key point of contact with accrediting bodies.
• Oversee corrective actions, nonconformances, and customer complaints in partnership with local branch quality representatives.
• Provide quality oversight for 10–12 laboratory locations.
• Drive consistency in procedures, documentation, and execution across sites.
• Support the integration of newly acquired laboratories into the Accredited Labs Quality Management System (QMS).
• Lead technical oversight with a strong focus on technical competence.
• Review and evaluate uncertainty budgets for technical accuracy and consistency; create new budgets as needed.
• Support method validation, verification, and technical problem-solving.
• Identify and implement process improvements aligned with accreditation requirements.
• Support training and competency development across branches.
• Contribute to standardization efforts, including the use of IndySoft calibration software.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025:2017
• Experience with accrediting bodies such as A2LA or ANAB
• 5+ years of experience in a commercial accredited calibration laboratory environment
• Experience supporting or leading internal audits and external assessments
• Ability to work independently in a remote, multi-site environment

Requirements

• Advanced expertise in measurement uncertainty (electrical strongly preferred)
• Experience with IndySoft calibration management software
• Multi-discipline calibration experience
• Experience supporting a growing or multi-site organization

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Remote work flexibility with travel support