Job Summary
HELP US BRING THE GIFT OF HEALTH TO LIFE.
Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You'll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry. Consumer-driven innovation, high quality products and a promising portfolio, all driven by a team with a shared sense of purpose -- that's Pharmavite. Join us to bring the gift of health to life.
This role is not available for any form of immigration sponsorship or support, including completion of the Form I-983 training plan required for STEM OPT.
The Quality Control Manager leads the QC laboratory team in executing quality operations strategies that drive
strong performance , reliable delivery, and continuous improvement. This role oversees laboratory performance indicators and ensures the sampling, testing, and evaluation of incoming raw materials, bulk products, in-process materials, and finished goods are completed against approved specifications and standard operating procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Manages the performance and development of laboratory staff in multiple labs, provides leadership to the chemistry and
microbiology
QC lab supervisors to ensure operational
alignment
and provides
appropriate development
coaching.
- Oversee
the chemistry and microbiology lab supervisors to ensure compliance,
alignment
and
optimum
lab performance against
appropriate standards
and procedures.
- Ensure assigned areas are adequately
resourced,
and staff
is
properly trained
in
relevant processes,
procedures
and methods and able to perform their duties efficiently,
effectively
and safely.
- Oversee the
department for
recruiting, hiring, assigning, directing,
developing
and
evaluating
staff in the accomplishment of project milestones and function-specific activities.
- Monitors and evaluates staff performance, providing coaching and development opportunities to drive
optimal
performance.
- Provides leadership to the chemistry and microbiology quality control teams in sampling,
testing
and associated activities in support of manufacturing and supply chain operations.
- Set strategy, direction, and goals for the assigned team in conjunction with divisional leadership and in alignment with corporate
objectives .
- Lead key quality management, process deployment and continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
- Provides oversight and prioritization for laboratory activities associated with chemical,
physical
and microbiological testing of incoming raw materials,
bulk
and finished products.
- Functions as "process owner" for key quality processes within assigned
areas
of responsibility, ensuring excellent delivery,
performance
and continuous improvement.
- Ensures the
appropriate investigation
processes have been followed ensuring root cause analysis and corrective action have been
identified
for non-conformances or deviations from
SOPs .
- Monitors laboratory spending against budget and recommend capital expenditures to ensure cost effective laboratory operations.
- Develop, review, revise, or approve standard operating procedures (SOP's), test methods,
specifications
and other quality documents as
required .
- Represent Quality Control on cross-functional projects, teams and meetings originating from Operations, Tech Ops., R&D, Regulatory, etc. as
appropriate .
- Coordinate with LIMS Administrator on LIMS development activities to ensure system functionality and accuracy.
- Manage and liaise with outside Contract Laboratories.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Requires a minimum of a
bachelor's degree in chemistry , Chemical
Engineering
Microbiology,
Biology
or other related science. Advanced degree preferred.
Certification:
ASQ or Six Sigma/Lean certification with continuous process improvement experience is preferred.
Experience:
Requires seven to ten years' experience in a
consumer-packaged
goods company such as
Nutraceutical , Dietary Supplement or Pharmaceutical testing laboratory operations, including a minimum of five years supervisory experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Requires:
- Demonstrated success as a leader and developer of technical staff.
- Demonstrated teamwork and leadership skills to
facilitate
interaction with cross-functional team members such as Manufacturing, QA and QC, Regulatory and outside
vendors
and consultants.
- Strong project, organizational, computer,
statistical,
and time management skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Comprehensive knowledge of physical,
chemical
and microbiological analysis, manufacturing
operations,
and current Good Laboratory Practices.
- Demonstrated knowledge of good laboratory safety practices and ability to manage a QC laboratory safely
in accordance with
standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices.
- Thorough understanding of operation of laboratory equipment such as HPLC, ICP, Spectrophotometer, GC, FTIR, and dissolution apparatus.
- Experience
with
lab information systems (LIMS) is preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Almost continuous exercise of manipulative skills, walking , standing . Exposed to minor health hazards. Frequent, intermittent,
intense
and/or close attention to detail
Environment:
Constant exposure to disagreeable elements .
Safety:
The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely
in accordance with
standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health or safety of self or others.
Supervisory Responsibility:
The incumbent has direct supervisory responsibility for one to five employees and indirect supervisory responsibility for up to 50.
OUR OFFER
Here, career paths aren't predefined, and bureaucratic limitations don't exist -- you have the opportunity to grow, learn from industry pioneers, and develop the way you want to. Pharmavite is investing more in the development of our team -- to help us deliver on our purpose and help you achieve your career aspirations. Our environment is geared to fuel curiosity, encourage experimentation, and generate learning as this is the way we develop ourselves and our organization.
Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that's as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being -- as well as peace of mind. These rewards -- plus our new recognition program -- ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.
National Target Base Pay Range: $100,000.00 - $166,000.00
The salary range for this position is based on national standards. For candidates in California and the New York metro, the Target Base Pay Range is $110,000.00 - $184,000.00, to reflect the cost of living and market conditions in those areas.
Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications and job-related skills. It is not typical for an individual to be hired above the midpoint of the range for their role, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with state and local laws.
Base pay is only one component of our total rewards offerings, and we will take the full offering into consideration when presenting an offer of employment.
Our total rewards package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K match, and other wellness benefits.
Pharmavite provides compensation for all overtime hours worked by non-exempt (hourly) employees in accordance with state and federal law. The need to work overtime hours will be determined by management, based on customer and business necessity, to meet the needs of our business. Pharmavite may require employees to work overtime.
Visit Pharmavite.com/careers to learn more about our mission and discover an opportunity that's right for you. Health and wellness begins with us.
Pharmavite is an equal opportunity employer.
We prohibit employment discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, and any other basis protected by state and federal law.
Pharmavite recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals solely based on job-related qualifications and abilities.
Pharmavite also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation to complete the application process, please email recruiter pharmavite.com .
Disclaimer
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.
CALIFORNIA FAIR CHANCE ACT:
Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
JOB ALERT FRAUD:
We have become aware of scams from individuals, organizations, and internet sites claiming to represent Pharmavite in recruitment activities in return for disclosing financial information.
Our hiring process does not include text-based conversations or interviews and never requires payment or fees from job applicants. All of our career opportunities are regularly published and updated on Pharmavite.com's Careers section.
If you have already provided your personal information, please report it to your local authorities. Any fraudulent activity should be reported to:
recruiter pharmavite.com .
DISCLOSURE:
Any misrepresentations or false statements during the application process, including regarding U.S. work authorization and/or the need for immigration sponsorship or support, may result in the rejection of candidacy or the termination of employment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application online using the link below.
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