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Nordic Naturals · 3 days ago

Quality Compliance Associate

Watsonville, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$25/hr - $33/hr

1+ years exp

Nordic Naturals is seeking a Quality Compliance Associate to assist with cGMP documentation under the direction of the Quality Assurance Manager. The role involves reviewing and editing controlled documents, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting QA activities in manufacturing and product launches.

Dietary SupplementsE-CommerceNutrition

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Albert Zuniga

Responsibilities

Assist the development, interpretation, and enforcement of Quality Systems as per corporate policy and GMP regulations under 21 CFR Part 111 and 21 CFR Part 101. Ensure proper training for QA Personnel on these GMP regulations

Provide QA support to manufacturing to ensure that requirements and specifications are met while interfacing with manufacturing partners to ensure we are testing appropriately

Provide QA support of Research and Development during new product launches and establishes key checkpoints for new products and processes

Review and edit Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, and forms to improve Quality Systems documentation that meets quality objectives

Assist with internal audits to existing company Quality Systems procedures and ensure all findings are addressed appropriately per cGMP regulations and for continued improvement to the company Quality System

Assist in FDA, CDPH, and third-party audits to meet 21 CFR Part 111. Ensure all findings are addressed appropriately to ensure continued certification and compliance to Federal and State regulations

Manage supplier qualification including current approve supplier list, associated supplier qualification activities such as establishment, documentation and auditing

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

CGMP complianceSOP reviewInternal auditsSupplier qualificationComputer System ValidationRisk Management toolsMS OfficeCommunication skillsProblem-solvingLeadership

Required

High school diploma or equivalent, BA/BS Biology, Chemistry or equivalent combination of education preferred

1-2 years of experience in related field within the food or dietary supplement industry

Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of GMPs. Strong working knowledge of cGMPs (US, Canada, and International)

Demonstrates knowledge of Information Systems Technology, understanding of Computer System Validation (CSV) including current electronic records and signature requirements

Must be proficient with MS Office/Gsuite and have advanced Excel skills

Able to travel for up to 10% time is required

Must have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Ensure all quality documents adhere to applicable laws and standards

Assist with document control process and change control process

Perform cGMP internal audits of procedure, processes and documentation to ensure compliance

Ensure warehouse and facility compliance to NSF and FDA standards for cGMP practices

Keep training documentation for the site

Assist in external audits for potential co-manufacturer assessments

Must have a systematic problem-solving approach

Review and revise SOPs and specifications to ensure compliance

Assist with product review and/or release as needed

Preferred

Certificates in HACCP, PQCI or auditing a plus

Knowledge of Risk Management tools (e.g., Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and / or Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA)) is a plus

Familiarity with SAP is preferred

Familiarity with Smartsheet and Monday.com project management tools

Company

Nordic Naturals

Nordic Naturals sells vitamins and supplements.

Founded in 1995

Watsonville, California, USA

201-500 employees

https://www.nordic.com

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