QC​/QA Director - Health & Wellness Los Angeles, CA

QC/QA Director - Health & Wellness #1510 job at Keller Executive Search. Los Angeles, CA.

We are a well‑established contract manufacturer in the nutraceutical industry with 20 years of outstanding service. Our FDA‑approved company possesses numerous certifications, including SQF, UL, Organic, Kosher, and NSF. We are looking for a strategic leader to oversee quality and compliance operations during a period of significant growth. As the Director, you will lead a team of quality professionals, spearhead modernization initiatives, and maintain high quality standards while facilitating the company’s expansion.

• Lead and manage the QA/QC departments comprising 18 team members, including two managers who report directly to you, while also potentially supervising the Sanitation department.
• Revamp existing quality systems by transitioning from traditional paper‑based methods to modern technology‑driven processes.
• Ensure adherence to FDA regulations and cGMP standards while preserving essential certifications (SQF, NSF, UL, Organic, Kosher).
• Act as the SQF Primary Practitioner and coordinate both internal and external audits.
• Create strategic quality initiatives aimed at supporting production growth with a target of 10% monthly increases.
• Work closely with R&D on the development of new products, ensuring label compliance.
• Function as a technical liaison for key customers, including involvement in technical qualification processes.
• Establish and implement data‑driven quality metrics and corrective action mechanisms.
• Administer the supplier quality management program.
• Initiate continuous improvement strategies and develop team enhancement plans.

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 10+ years in quality assurance/control, preferably in dietary supplements or pharmaceuticals
• 5+ years in senior quality leadership roles
• Thorough knowledge of FDA regulations and dietary supplement standards
• Familiarity with cGMP, SQF, NSF, UL, and other industry standards
• Strong expertise in quality methodologies, risk assessments, and process validations
• Proven ability to modernize quality systems and implement tech solutions
• Exceptional leadership and team development skills
• Experience in nutraceuticals/supplements over general food production
• Proficiency in change management and contemporary QA/QC technology systems
• Strategic mindset in quality management with a balance of technical and operational skills

• Competitive salary range: $120,000 to $160,000 per year, with the opportunity for a performance‑based bonus of 10-15%
• Extensive benefits package featuring a 401(k) plan with company matching
• Chance to contribute meaningfully to a developing organization
• Established company with robust customer relationships
• Opportunities for professional advancement in a vibrant industry

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