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Best Formulations · 1 month ago

Head of Quality

City of Industry, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

8+ years exp

Best Formulations LLC is a diversified nutraceutical and personal care company dedicated to high-quality standards. The Head of Quality will lead the Quality Compliance and Quality Control functions, ensuring products meet regulatory standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within a dynamic lab environment.

ManufacturingNutraceuticalPackaging ServicesPharmaceutical

Hiring Manager

Darielle Deicas

Responsibilities

Ensure adherence to all relevant regulatory requirements (FDA, GMP, ISO, etc.) for nutraceutical manufacturing

Maintain and update quality systems, SOPs, and documentation to meet compliance standards

Oversee audits (internal, external, and customer) and manage corrective/preventive actions

Lead and manage QC operations, including raw material, in-process, and finished product testing

Ensure robust analytical and microbiological testing processes are in place and validated

Collaborate with R&D and production teams to resolve quality issues promptly

Develop and implement a Quality by Design framework across all processes

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency

Build and mentor a high-performing quality team

Qualification

Quality AssuranceRegulatory ComplianceQuality ControlAnalytical TestingMicrobiological TestingContinuous ImprovementFDA KnowledgeGMP KnowledgeISO Standards KnowledgeAudit ManagementQuality CertificationsTeam LeadershipCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelor's or master's degree in quality assurance, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field

Minimum 8+ years of experience in Quality roles within nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, or food manufacturing industries

Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements (FDA, GMP, ISO standards) and other regulatory frameworks relevant to nutraceutical manufacturing

Proven experience in managing audits and compliance programs

Familiarity with analytical and microbiological testing methods

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

Preferred

Previous experience in dietary supplements manufacturing, specifically with soft gel dosage forms

Certifications preferred: ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) or other relevant quality or regulatory certifications