Technical Quality Manager

Vaisala is a global leader in measurement instruments and intelligence helping industries, nations, people, and the planet to thrive. From predicting hurricanes to optimizing renewable energy production, our technology is used where it matters the most – from data centers, windfarms and laboratories to airports, the Arctic and even the surface of Mars. Vaisala is recognized in TIME Magazine's World's Best Companies in Sustainable Growth 2025 study. Our team of over 2,300 experts and 59 nationalities around the world is committed to taking every measure for the planet. Driven by our shared purpose, curiosity, and pioneering spirit, we stay ahead and make a difference. At Vaisala, you don't have to fit in to belong.

Why Join Us?

We are currently searching for a Technical Quality Manager in our Burlington, Massachusetts location. This position follows a hybrid work schedule. As the Technical Quality Manager, you will plan, develop, and implement appropriate quality systems for the Industrial Measurement Calibration and Repair Laboratory, ensuring our service quality is consistently high. You will manage the implementation of ISO/IEC 17025 Quality Systems and standards. The role may expand to support Latin America as well.

What’s Your Role?

• Manage ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited calibration services
• Support ISO 9001 quality system compliance
• Guide and oversee successful audits (internal/external) and manage follow-up or closure of outstanding audit items
• Perform technical analysis on laboratory non-conformances
• Develop and continuously improve calibration methods and procedures; establish best practices
• Perform uncertainty budget calculations
• Maintain training records and documentation
• Review calibration certificates for accuracy
• Provide technical guidance for the laboratory team and support customer inquiries
• Collaborate effectively across teams, functions, and organizational boundaries

What Will You Bring?

• Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of related experience. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of work Experience (Pharma/Med-Device)
• Minimum of 1 year of Project Management experience
• Experience in an ISO 17025 Quality Systems or GMP regulated environments
• OSHA10 hour construction certification will be required upon hire
• Solid customer service background with a passion for excellence in satisfaction.
• Analytical and positive approach to problem solving
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluency with spoken and written English
• Must have valid US passport and the ability to travel internationally.
• Able to interact with Regulatory Agencies and Certification bodies
• Understanding of FDA, cGMP, USP, and MHRA
• ISO14001:2015 and ISO45001:2018 (EHS) experience
• Ability to travel up to 20%

Desired Experience:

• Experience with remote resource management a plus
• Accredited calibration laboratory work experience a plus
• Experience working with FDA regulated life science customers a plus
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems a plus
• Cross cultural and management experience in diverse multiple locations preferred
• Knowledge of ISO10012 is a plus

Please send your application including CV soon. We will close the application process when we have a suitable number of qualified candidates. The recruitment process consists of 2 or 3 meetings, including a discussion with the team members. 

Ready to take every measure for the planet? Apply at the latest on June 16th, 2025 via the application form. 

Our Vaisala solutions contribute to societies and people’s lives in over 150 countries – and can even be found in space. With our technological innovations for measuring weather, environmental and industrial conditions, we have a key role in solving the grand social and environmental challenges of our time. We offer you a career with a clear purpose and a chance to create observations for a better world.  We take pride in being pioneers who strive to bring about positive changes in both the society and environment, and our work is not done yet. Take advantage of this opportunity and join our team to make a difference!

What we offer:

Our benefits package includes: health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, company paid life, long and short term disability, 401(K) plan with company match, a variety of voluntary benefits programs, fitness reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and tuition reimbursement. We also offer holiday pay and a generous paid time off plan.

To be considered for this position you must currently be eligible to work in the U.S. Vaisala participates in the E-Verify employment verification system. Candidates are subject to a complete background check prior to an offer being extended.  As a federal contractor, Vaisala reserves the right to enforce government mandated vaccination requirements for its employees.

EOE V/D

Vaisala is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons in all facets of employment.  All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected status.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. As a government contractor, Vaisala complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (the Act), which is a law that prohibits federal contractors and subcontractors from discriminating in employment against individuals with disabilities and requires employers take affirmative action to recruit, hire, promote, and retain these individuals.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application for a recognized disability under applicable law, please contact Human Resources by phone at 303-499-1701 or by email at ushr@vaisala.com. Please note that you can easily submit application by attaching your LinkedIn profile in the recruitment tool (LinkedIn Apply functionality).