TRI-K Industries · 16 hours ago
Associate Manager, Quality Control
Derry, NH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expTRI-K Industries is seeking an Associate Manager for their Quality Control department, responsible for overseeing quality control activities to ensure compliance with defined specifications and customer requirements. This role involves maintaining a strong presence on the shop floor, managing quality processes, and collaborating with production teams to enhance operational excellence.
CosmeticsHealth CareManufacturingSales
Responsibilities
Primary responsibility for Quality Control Department (verification, review, approval & release), including Quality testing, as needed. Signs COA's Performs Quality functions related to shipping, as needed
Key member of the Operations Team
Accurately analyzes and performs chemical testing of FG, in-process batches, R & D samples (as needed) according to established standards
Follows continuous improvement practices and participate in cross-functional teams, which impact production, increase efficiency, solve problems, generate cost savings and improve quality systems
Maintains proximity to the Production team, has presence on the shop floor, ensuring that all SOPs and procedures are followed, manages quality within the process (SOP discipline, plant and equipment hygiene, and other quality-critical protocols)
Performs and is responsible for day-to-day operations of QC Laboratory, ensuring GMP practices are implemented, documented and sustained. Conforms to TRI-K required protocols, including housekeeping & hygiene
Accurately maintains and updates Quality Control Databases, on a daily basis
Responsible for approval and release of incoming raw materials, maintenance of database and related specifications. Work with Purchasing on receipt of RM and reporting of non-conforming RM
Primary responsibility for aseptically pulling, labeling and properly storing retained and micro samples for testing and retention. Tracks, investigates and reports deviations from established Quality Control standards
Maintain & documents laboratory calibrations, according to SOP’s and Work instructions, following ISO and GMP protocols, be fully competent to understand PD Quality methods, Specifications & Analytical equipment
Actively participates in all quality complaints investigations overseen by the QA/QMS Manager
Responsible for the laboratory environment including supply purchases, sterilization of bottles, general cleanliness, and maintenance of laboratory equipment. Follow safe laboratory guidelines and plant safety protocols
Works with R&D and marketing to develop selling specifications and appropriate test methods for all new products
Reviews all testing methodologies periodically and proactively looks to improve the same. Manages discussions with customers on test method differences, etc
Reviews and approvals of all 3rd-party laboratories.Manages communication and service levels with external laboratories ensuring timely performance and cost efficiency
Prepare reports regarding the QC department, as needed
Manages staff, investigates critical errors and initiates corrective actions prior to product release
Signs off raw material quality and "good-to-use" status
Qualification
Required
Bachelor Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Microbiology
5 Years of laboratory experience in QC, R&D, or University
Working knowledge of all laboratory's analytical equipment
Ability to develop new analytical methods
Familiarity with TRI-K's manufacturing processes and product recipes
Good communication skills
Company
TRI-K Industries
TRI-K Industries is a manufacturer & supplier of specialty raw materials to the global personal care and cosmetics industry.
51-200 employees
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Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Rusmir Niksic
President & CEO
Shirish Sawale
Chief Operating Officer
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