Mgr., Quality Control (i)

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Job description

Job Description

Company Description

The Bountiful Company, a Nestl Health Science Company, is a pure play branded leader in global nutrition, living at the intersection of science and nature. As a manufacturer, marketer and seller of vitamins, minerals, herbal and other specialty supplements, and active nutrition products, we are focused on enhancing the health and wellness of people's lives. The Bountiful Company's portfolio of trusted brands includes Nature's Bounty®, Solgar®, Osteo Bi-Flex®, Puritan's Pride®, Sundown® and Ester-C®.

Inclusion and Diversity in the workplace matters at The Bountiful Company. This includes being focused on retaining and recruiting a diverse workforce and building a culture of inclusivity. Our goal is to create a place where people feel respected, valued and able to bring their authentic selves to work each day.

Did we mention that we also offer excellent benefits, competitive compensation and a progressive, healthy company culture? If you've ever spent your workdays watching the clock, you know how important a positive work environment is for a person's well-being. The Bountiful Company is committed to supporting wellness in all forms. And when it comes to wellness, nature is a pretty good place to start.

Job Description

As a member of the plant leadership team, the Quality Control Manager is responsible for the management of all Laboratory activities for a high volume dietary supplements manufacturing site. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead, train, motivate and develop capabilities to a large group of up to 40 team members covering two shifts.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage all laboratory operations in the central quality control laboratory
• Manage the global stability program. Ensure that all product families and matrices are covered so that the stability program supports our range of products.
• Review investigation reports to determine any corrective and preventive actions that are necessary.
• Provide logistical and resource support in order to meet throughput expectations and customer fill rates. This includes supply and personnel resources as well as direction for prioritization.
• Review end of study and investigation reports for stability studies to determine corrective and preventive actions.
• Oversee any testing or product issues for raw materials and manufactured products that are tested in the laboratory.
• Work with the Director to create and implement laboratory best practices across the laboratory network.
• Provide coverage for the Quality Managers' responsibilities in his/her absence.
• Review regulatory and customer audit reports. Implement any corrective and preventive actions necessary in response to audit observations.
• Optimize the testing rationale in the laboratory to optimize throughput while maintaining the correct scheme to ensure the quality of the product.
• Work with the recruiting and compensation departments to conduct interviews and decide on compensation offers for potential candidates.
• Has ownership of and deploys the quality management systems and test plans as defined by Nature's Bounty corporate policies and procedures
• Creates and manages a fully functioning control laboratory responsible for microbiological and chemical analysis of raw materials and bulk dietary supplements following CFR 111 and ISO 17025 requirements.
• Work with raw material/component suppliers and Procurement to effectively communicate quality issues and achieve resolution.
• Monitor the performance and competency of Quality staff and provide development as needed.
• Other duties may be assigned as requested.

Job Requirements

• 10+ years of related experience with advanced expertise.
• Experience with laboratory management as well as global standard setting a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or other Science related field required
• Chromatography and technical writing experience required
• Ability to lead, train, motivate, and develop successful teams
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
• Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with associates, management, and cross functional partners.
• Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (including, Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with basic laboratory record-keeping systems.
• Influencing skills and ability to work effectively on a team.
• Passion to learn and teach and for building capabilities in others.
• Should be an assertive self-starter, who can also consistently display the interpersonal skills of both a strong leader and an effective team player

Expected high performance behaviors:

• Exhibit positive attitude regarding work and responsibilities
• Ability to work collaboratively within teams
• Ability to maintain effectiveness during major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
• Continuously look for ways to do things faster and better, while maintaining high quality standards
• Is creative and intellectually curious; tries different and novel ways to solve obstacles

The Bountiful Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

The Bountiful Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and dental plans, voluntary short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, generous colleague discounts and more!

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