Job Description Job Summary The Quality Control Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining consistent high-quality standards across all departments in all locations of operation. This role will be heavily focused on compliance, standardization, documentation, and process improvement. This role will require frequent travel. Job duties are subject to change to meet company needs. Core Job Responsibilities Develop Companywide Quality Control StandardsDetermine and implement key metrics, methods, and tools for quality assessment at each stage of the process and across all departments.Develop & implement QC SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) across all departments and locations.Train leads & employees on processesQuality Control AuditsCreate and implement QC audit processes for all departments, adjusting as needed for different locations, business models, and licensing and manufacturing partnersRegularly travel to each location of operation to conduct comprehensive auditsProvide reports and improvement action plans to leadership and onsite managementInvolve onsite teams and managers in development of the action planCreate benchmarks that can be reviewed through photos / videos /data in between onsite audits (depending on severity of needed improvement)Be a resource to all entities as questions and concerns ariseQuality Control Process improvementImplement and maintain a process improvement system within QC to identify ways to achieve or improve upon quality control standards while maintaining or improving efficienciesEnsure proper documentationEngage with employees, leadership, partners, vendors, customers, & consumers to identify areas of improvementTrain leads and employees in process improvement toolsEstablish and implement QC feedback programs & review feedback & develop action plans as neededCertifications & ComplianceBe the primary point of contact for food & safety with federal and state regulatory bodiesApply for and maintain applicable certifications, ensuring compliance with all applicable food & safety regulationsExperienceProven experience in quality assurance and quality managementStrong knowledge of FDA regulations, HACCP, CGMP, and other relevant quality standardsExperience conducting quality audits and inspectionsAbility to analyze data and trends to identify areas for improvementFamiliarity with QA/QC processes and techniquesExcellent attention to detail and organizational skillsWork Location & ScheduleThis position is onsite, located in Clackamas, Oregon. Frequent travel will be required. This is an exempt, salaried position. Warehouse work schedules are Monday-Thursday 6am-4:30pm. Schedule is flexible; some remote work is possible.
Travel requirements
Up to 50% of time. Expect 2-4 weeks out of every quarter in the first year. Regular visits to each location of operation. Current locations include Clackamas, OR (headquarters); Hillsboro, OR; Cotati, CA; Reed City, MI. Current licensee operations are based in Leavenworth, WA and Las Vegas, NV.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:Dental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule:Monday to FridayEducation:Bachelor's (Preferred)Experience:Quality audits: 1 year (Preferred)Quality management: 1 year (Preferred)GFSI: 1 year (Preferred)HACCP: 1 year (Preferred)Ability to Relocate:Clackamas, OR: Relocate before starting work (Required)Willingness to travel:50% (Required)
