RYZE · 2 days ago
Quality Control Analyst
Parsippany, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expRYZE is a fast-growing company focused on wellness and innovation, offering mushroom coffee and superfood products. They are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control Analyst to ensure product safety and performance through routine testing and collaboration with manufacturing partners.
E-CommerceFood and Beverage
Hiring Manager
Sarah-Jane Juarez
Responsibilities
Conduct routine in-process and finished-goods inspections to verify conformance to product specifications and regulatory standards
Review Certificates of Analysis (COAs), test reports, and supplier documentation to ensure compliance with internal and external requirements
Support incoming raw-material verification and manage quarantine or release processes in collaboration with Procurement and Production
Ensure accuracy and traceability of results
Record inspection data and deviations with precision, issuing non-conformance reports (NCRs) and supporting corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)
Assist in root-cause investigations for quality or process deviations, providing data-driven recommendations
Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and R&D to ensure product consistency and identify areas for continuous improvement
Conduct routine facility walkthroughs to ensure GMPs are maintained
Contribute to the creation and revision of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and batch records
Ensure adherence to FDA, cGMP, FSMA, and HACCP requirements for dietary supplements and food products
Generate and present quality reports summarizing inspection trends, testing outcomes, and improvement metrics
(Other related duties may be assigned.)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field
2–4 years of experience in quality control, quality assurance, or laboratory testing within a CPG, food, beverage, or dietary supplement environment
Solid understanding of GMP, FSMA, and HACCP standards
Experience performing in-process inspections, sampling, and test documentation
Strong data analysis and reporting skills using Excel, Google Sheets, or LIMS platforms
Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail
Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced production environment
Commitment to continuous improvement and quality-first mindset
Preferred
Familiarity with analytical tools such as HPLC, moisture analysis, or microbiological testing (a plus)
Experience auditing co-packers or suppliers
Knowledge of ISO 9001, GFSI, or NSF certification standards
Familiarity with NetSuite or other ERP systems for batch and lot tracking
Prior experience supporting new product launches or validation testing
Benefits
Performance bonus eligibility
Equity opportunity as the company scales
Benefits: health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, flexible PTO
A hybrid work environment
Company
RYZE
RYZE is redefining the way people start their days. We believe coffee should do more than just wake you up—it should nourish your body and mind.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$2.15MKey Investors
PS27 Ventures
2022-03-28Seed· $1.5M
2021-07-20Seed· $0.65M
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