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VP Product Quality

Medline · Northfield, IL · $234,000–$351,000 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you led quality through a serious product issue that reached customers.

What they are checking: Whether they have led a field action or major complaint response with sound judgment and clear communication.

Tell me about a QA director or manager you developed.

What they are checking: Whether they grow leaders, which a VP over several divisions must do.

Tell me about a time you changed a quality procedure that people were attached to.

What they are checking: Whether they can lead change in an organization that values established ways of working.

What would you do

How do you set strategic direction for QA across several product divisions with very different products?

What they are checking: Whether they can set common standards while adapting to each division's risks and regulations.

A division president wants to launch a product before quality is comfortable with the data. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can stand firm on quality with senior leaders while offering a path forward.

How do you facilitate communication between QA staff and division personnel who see quality as a cost?

What they are checking: Whether they can show quality's value in business terms to build real partnership.

About the work

How would you decide whether a product quality signal needs a field action?

What they are checking: Whether they use health hazard evaluation and risk to make recall decisions instead of instinct.

How do you keep the quality organization compliant with FDA cGMPs and EU MDR at the same time?

What they are checking: Whether they build one system that meets both rather than managing two separate sets of rules.

What systems would you put in place to make new product introductions smoother?

What they are checking: Whether they think about stage gates, design controls and clear handoffs to manufacturing.

How do you know if customers are getting outstanding quality service from your divisions?

What they are checking: Whether they track complaint trends, response times and customer feedback, not just compliance metrics.

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The full job description

As published by Medline.

Job Summary Oversee and lead Quality Assurance functions for assigned divisions.  Ensure proper controls are in place, resources are appropriate and qualified for their roles, and that the assigned product divisions as well as the Quality organization are compliant. Job Description MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: • Oversee, lead and set strategic direction for the assigned divisions’ QA functions. Work with and coordinate with Corporate Quality as well as with division leadership to assure adherence to US FDA, EU MDR and other applicable requirements/cGMP’s. • Develop and mentor staff through on-boarding, open communication, training and development opportunities and performance management processes; build and maintain employee morale and motivation; ensure the team is appropriately staffed with required competencies. • Facilitate communication between Quality Assurance Directors, Managers and Specialists and their respective divisional personnel. • Direct quality efforts for new product development, new supplier qualification. Assure appropriate communication between all related functions, assure project timelines and objectives are met. • Develop training programs, approve process and procedural changes. • Ensure proper systems are in place to facilitate a smooth and efficient process for new products and services. • Assure all internal and external customers receive outstanding service from the department. Travel as necessary to facilitate communications with external customers and vendors. (10% travel minimum) MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: Education: • Bachelor’s degree. Certification / Licensure: • None Work Experience: • At least 7 years of QA related experience in a business environment. • At least 5 years of experience managing people, including hiring, developing, motivating and directing people as they work. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: • Intermediate skill level in relevant computer programs. • Willing to travel up to 20% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state). • Knowledge of Quality Assurance practices in regulated industry (Device, Pharma, Personal Care or Food). PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS: Education: • None Certification / Licensure: • None Work Experience: • None Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: • None Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization. The anticipated salary range for this position: $234,000.00 - $351,000.00 Annual The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold. Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here . We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here . Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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