Quality Manager - Contract Manufacturing

company information

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.
With nearly $2B in annual retail sales, fairlife's portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk; Core Power® High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife® nutrition plan™, a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.
A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.
To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products, please visit fairlife.com.

job purpose:

Lead the approval, onboarding, and new product/line commissioning activities for new and established Contract Manufacturing sites. Work with Contract Manufacturing teams to establish and ensure regulatory compliance for dairy based and LACF product lines. Support new line and product extensions including the establishment of manufacturing quality requirements, conduct site training, and provide governance for food safety and quality requirements. Monitor key product quality metrics to ensure food safety, product quality, and customer satisfaction.

responsibilities:

• Establish and oversee Contract Manufacturing food safety and quality requirements in alignment with regulatory and industry programs. Establish risk-based governance and provide site monitoring as needed to ensure product safety and quality requirements are met.
• Provide onsite quality support during new manufacturing supplier onboarding, new line commissioning, and line extension activities. Support new line and product validation efforts as needed.
• Develop and oversee product hold and release program for manufacturing sites. Work with site to establish and support CAPA process for non-conforming products.
• Provide onsite support of quality and efficiency improvement initiatives including partnering with regulatory agencies to maximize production efficiencies, reduce waste, and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide oversight and governance to the Co-man production to ensure that Manufacturing is within the Quality and Safety processes set out and aligned.
• Provide support in the development of key quality programs as required by Co-Manufacturer Expectations Manual.
  • Regulatory Policy
  • Change Management
  • Allergen Control
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Traceability & Recall
  • HACCP / Risk Based Preventive Controls
  • Good Manufacturing Practices
  • Environmental Monitoring Program
  • Product Testing/Quality Program
  • Master Sanitation Schedule
  • Food Defense / Site Security
  • Calibration Policy
  • Record and Sample Retention
  • Pest Management
  • Crisis Management and Business Continuity

skills/qualifications required:

• Bachelor's degree in food science, microbiology, engineering or related preferred
• Extensive experience in a quality assurance environment required
• High proficiency in computer technology and manufacturing systems operations
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• In-depth understanding of dairy regulatory requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work efficiently in a team environment

working conditions and physical requirements:

• 40-45 hours as needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Travel 30-50% with potential for extended assignments during onboarding of new sites.

position location: Waco, TX / Coopersville, MI / Goodyear, AZ

reports to: Quality Assurance Director

fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email careers@fairlife.com.