Quality Assurance Manager
Core
Managing and enforcing quality assurance operations, policies, and standard operating procedures at production facilities to ensure product safety, purity, and consistency.
Role type
Senior IC Quality Assurance Manager
Builds
Cannabis production quality systems and compliant product release processes
Domain
Cannabis industry + Food Safety/Regulatory Compliance
Required skills
QA/QC operations management, HACCP program adherence, root cause analysis, regulatory compliance (FDA cGMP), team leadership and development, data analysis for quality KPIs, supplier quality management, SOP development and implementation
Preferred skills
FDA cGMP competency (21 CFR Part 111 & 117), cannabis industry experience, SQF/ISO/GMP/ASQ/HACCP certifications, QMS software experience, progressive leadership track record
Technologies
QMS (Quality Management Systems)
Responsibilities
Oversee facility QA department and ensure SOP adherence; Review and release product batches; Define and improve Quality Management System; Lead root cause investigations for quality issues; Manage non-conforming materials and supplier issues; Track quality KPIs and execute corrective action plans; Train and develop QA/QC employees; Adhere to sanitation and allergen management programs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities