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Quality Assurance Manager

Kalon Executive Search

San Diego, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$120,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Marketing, Analysis Skills, Chemistry, Code of Federal Regulations, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) Systems, Cross-Functional, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Documentation, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), Food Microbiology, Food Production, Food Quality, Food Safety, Food Science, Food and Beverage Industry, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Leadership, Lean Six Sigma, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing Operations, Material Process Control, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Programs, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Research & Development (R&D), Safety/Work Safety, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Supply Chain Operations, Training Program, Vendor/Supplier Management
LOCATION
San Diego, CA
POSTED
4 days ago

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

If this sounds like the position you have been waiting for, please apply using the online application or the link below - all inquiries are strictly confidential. Our focus is to assist you to make your best next career move, and we will not use your information for any other purpose.

Kalon Executive Search is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. www.KalonSearch.com

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