Position Title: Quality Manager (Supplement Manufacturing Industry)

Position Overview:

In this role, we are looking for a detail-oriented Quality leader who is highly skilled in food safety, food quality, and good manufacturing practices.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage initiatives that ensure product safety, uniformity, and quality across all dietary supplement and nutrition manufacturing operations.
• Direct Quality Assurance and Regulatory functions, including team oversight and process management.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance quality systems to meet applicable industry regulations and standards (e.g., cGMP, GDP, 21 CFR Part 111, HACCP, FSMA, SQF, NSF, GFCO, TGA).
• Coordinate and oversee internal, external, and customer audits, ensuring readiness and successful outcomes.
• Identify and escalate quality or food safety concerns, recommending practical and effective corrective actions.
• Deliver training programs for staff across departments to support compliance and continuous improvement.
• Manage supplier qualification programs for raw materials, ensuring adherence to established standards.
• Supervise raw material sampling, labeling controls, and retention protocols.
• Review and approve key documentation, including batch records, specifications, and change controls, as well as authorize final product release.
• Ensure timely resolution of deviations, complaints, investigations, and CAPA activities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements (FDA, NSF, TGA, Health Canada, etc.) and ensure organizational compliance.
• Support enforcement of cGMP standards, food safety systems, and workplace hygiene policies.
• Oversee adherence to SOP-driven quality systems and operational procedures.
• Conduct performance evaluations and address employee-related matters as needed.
• Provide cross-functional support to manufacturing and quality teams to drive product excellence.
• Promote cost efficiencies while maintaining high-quality production standards.
• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols, including PPE and GMP growing requirements.
• Participate in cross-training initiatives across various manufacturing functions.
• Collaborate with production teams, offering technical guidance across processes such as blending, encapsulation, packaging, and labeling.
• Ensure readiness of materials and equipment throughout all stages of production.

Core Competencies

• Strong sense of urgency with the ability to deliver results efficiently.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and contribute innovative ideas.
• Advanced analytical capabilities, including KPI development, tracking, and reporting.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with both internal teams and external partners.
• Collaborative team player able to work effectively within diverse environments.
• High level of integrity and commitment to transparent communication.
• Open to diverse perspectives and continuous improvement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Self-starter with a high degree of accountability and reliability.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality manufacturing, ideally within dietary supplements or related industries.
• Working knowledge of label review, formulation processes, HACCP, food defense, and root cause analysis preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting while managing multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated initiative and sound decision-making abilities.
• Consistent reliability and punctuality.

Work Environment & Requirements

• Manufacturing setting with exposure to noise, powders, and heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and write in English/Spanish.
• Learn multiple processes and adapt to changing priorities.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including occasional weekends.
• Capability to manage deadlines and perform under pressure.
• Ability to interpret and communicate policies and procedures effectively.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, biology, microbiology, chemistry, nutrition, exercise science, or a related scientific discipline.
• 2 plus years of quality experience within dietary supplements, food manufacturing, or preferred a similar field.

Details:

• Location: Saint George, UT
• Onsite position 5 days a week
• Relocation can be available for the right candidate
• Competitive salary with bonus
• PTO
• Health benefits package
• 401(k) matching
• Many more perks!!