Job Description

The Quality Assurance Manager leads all quality and food safety programs to ensure products meet regulatory standards and company requirements. This role partners cross-functionally to maintain compliance, drive continuous improvement, and foster a strong culture of quality across production operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead QA and food safety programs across dietary supplment manufacturing operations
• Ensure compliance with FDA, HACCP, GMP (Part 111) , and other regulatory standards
• Oversee quality control processes (raw materials, in-process, finished goods)
• Manage internal, customer, and regulatory audits and inspections
• Investigate quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Maintain SOPs, specifications, and quality documentation
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and R&D to ensure product consistency and process optimization
• Track and analyze quality metrics; drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Lead food safety and quality training programs for employees
• Manage supplier quality and third-party testing relationships

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field
• 4+ years of QA experience in Dietary Supplement or food/beverage manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of GMP, FDA, and HACCP, regulations
• Experience with audits, inspections, and quality systems
• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills

Preferred:

• SQF, BRC, or other GFSI experience
• Experience with cGMP 21 CFR Part 111
• HACCP or PCQI certification
• Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement background

Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 plus benefits

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