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Overview

A leading biotechnology organisation is seeking an experienced Executive Director, Clinical Quality Assurance to provide strategic leadership across clinical quality operations. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards (GCP, GVP, GLP) while driving continuous improvement in clinical quality practices.

Working closely with senior leaders across Quality, Discovery, and Development, you will shape and execute global and regional quality strategies aligned with pipeline objectives. This position plays a critical role in setting the vision, standards, and long-term direction of the Clinical Quality Assurance function.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of clinical quality assurance strategies, ensuring compliance with global regulations and industry standards
• Establish and maintain robust quality systems, including SOPs, policies, and quality documentation
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and compliance across clinical operations
• Develop and implement risk management frameworks to identify, assess, and mitigate clinical risks
• Define and monitor key quality metrics and KPIs, providing regular updates to senior leadership
• Collaborate cross-functionally with clinical operations, regulatory, pharmacovigilance, and other teams to ensure alignment
• Build and lead a high-performing Clinical Quality Assurance team to support the clinical development portfolio
• Oversee vendor qualification, audit programmes, and ongoing compliance for external partners (e.g., laboratories, CMOs, depots)
• Develop and manage audit strategies for clinical sites and vendors
• Lead preparation and management of regulatory inspections, acting as the primary point of contact for health authorities
• Support training, inspection readiness, and remediation activities as required
• Promote a strong culture of quality and compliance across the organisation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (advanced degree preferred)
• +10 years experience in GCP Quality roles
• Proven experience in both strategic and operational clinical quality assurance
• Strong understanding of GCP, GLP, GVP, and broader GxP requirements
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements across multiple regions (e.g., US and EU)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Position Title: Quality Manager (Supplement Manufacturing Industry)

Position Overview:

In this role, we are looking for a detail-oriented Quality leader who is highly skilled in food safety, food quality, and good manufacturing practices.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage initiatives that ensure product safety, uniformity, and quality across all dietary supplement and nutrition manufacturing operations.
• Direct Quality Assurance and Regulatory functions, including team oversight and process management.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance quality systems to meet applicable industry regulations and standards (e.g., cGMP, GDP, 21 CFR Part 111, HACCP, FSMA, SQF, NSF, GFCO, TGA).
• Coordinate and oversee internal, external, and customer audits, ensuring readiness and successful outcomes.
• Identify and escalate quality or food safety concerns, recommending practical and effective corrective actions.
• Deliver training programs for staff across departments to support compliance and continuous improvement.
• Manage supplier qualification programs for raw materials, ensuring adherence to established standards.
• Supervise raw material sampling, labeling controls, and retention protocols.
• Review and approve key documentation, including batch records, specifications, and change controls, as well as authorize final product release.
• Ensure timely resolution of deviations, complaints, investigations, and CAPA activities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements (FDA, NSF, TGA, Health Canada, etc.) and ensure organizational compliance.
• Support enforcement of cGMP standards, food safety systems, and workplace hygiene policies.
• Oversee adherence to SOP-driven quality systems and operational procedures.
• Conduct performance evaluations and address employee-related matters as needed.
• Provide cross-functional support to manufacturing and quality teams to drive product excellence.
• Promote cost efficiencies while maintaining high-quality production standards.
• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols, including PPE and GMP growing requirements.
• Participate in cross-training initiatives across various manufacturing functions.
• Collaborate with production teams, offering technical guidance across processes such as blending, encapsulation, packaging, and labeling.
• Ensure readiness of materials and equipment throughout all stages of production.

Core Competencies

• Strong sense of urgency with the ability to deliver results efficiently.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs and contribute innovative ideas.
• Advanced analytical capabilities, including KPI development, tracking, and reporting.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with both internal teams and external partners.
• Collaborative team player able to work effectively within diverse environments.
• High level of integrity and commitment to transparent communication.
• Open to diverse perspectives and continuous improvement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Self-starter with a high degree of accountability and reliability.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality manufacturing, ideally within dietary supplements or related industries.
• Working knowledge of label review, formulation processes, HACCP, food defense, and root cause analysis preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting while managing multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated initiative and sound decision-making abilities.
• Consistent reliability and punctuality.

Work Environment & Requirements

• Manufacturing setting with exposure to noise, powders, and heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and write in English/Spanish.
• Learn multiple processes and adapt to changing priorities.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including occasional weekends.
• Capability to manage deadlines and perform under pressure.
• Ability to interpret and communicate policies and procedures effectively.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, biology, microbiology, chemistry, nutrition, exercise science, or a related scientific discipline.
• 2 plus years of quality experience within dietary supplements, food manufacturing, or preferred a similar field.

Details:

• Location: Saint George, UT
• Onsite position 5 days a week
• Relocation can be available for the right candidate
• Competitive salary with bonus
• PTO
• Health benefits package
• 401(k) matching
• Many more perks!!

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with regulatory, customer, and internal quality system requirements while overseeing all quality operations
• Lead and direct Laboratory Managers and Quality Department staff, serving as the primary quality liaison for new and existing customers
• Oversee product quality by managing material and product disposition, maintaining Master Product Records, and communicating quality system status to production leadership
• Investigate out‑of‑specification results, conduct routine audits, and develop or update quality policies and procedures
• Deliver required reports on time and manage special projects assigned by senior quality leadership

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree is required with strong emphasis in a natural science
• 5+ years Management / Supervisory experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control
• Prior experience working within a cGMP compliant Quality Management System
• Strong project management skills.

Salary: $70k - $90k

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Job Description

The Data Quality Analyst / Databricks Implementation Specialist plays a key role in advancing the company’s enterprise data governance and Databricks Lakehouse strategy. This role partners closely with business data stewards, data owners, and technical teams to translate business data requirements into governed, high-quality datasets within Databricks Unity Catalog. The analyst will support domain onboarding, develop and operationalize data quality rules, perform profiling and analysis, and help implement enterprise standards for metadata, lineage, and semantic consistency.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Quality & Profiling
• Develop, document, and maintain data quality rules for critical data elements (CDEs).
• Perform data profiling, anomaly detection, and root-cause analysis.
• Partner with data stewards to validate definitions, thresholds, and business rules.
• Monitor and report on data quality metrics and remediation progress.
• Databricks Unity Catalog Implementation
• Support Unity Catalog rollout across domains, including catalog structure, tagging, and metadata standards.
• Assist with onboarding domains into the Bronze → Silver → Gold architecture.
• Ensure lineage, ownership, and quality rules are embedded into Databricks pipelines.
• Help implement domain-aligned access controls and sensitivity tagging.
• Collaboration with Data Stewards & Business Partners
• Work directly with business data stewards to understand data requirements and quality expectations.
• Translate business meaning into standardized CDEs and steward-approved metadata.
• Facilitate working sessions to align on semantics, domain boundaries, and data product requirements.
• Support consistent governance practices across domains.
• Metadata, Lineage, and Catalog Management
• Maintain high-quality metadata in the enterprise data catalog.
• Ensure CDEs, KPIs, and domain terms are accurately documented.
• Validate lineage from raw sources through refined layers.
• Data Analysis & Issue Resolution
• Investigate data issues raised by business users or downstream consumers.
• Perform impact analysis for schema changes or quality rule updates.
• Support remediation efforts with engineering and business teams.

Required Skills & Experience

3–5 years of experience in data quality, data governance, or data analysis.

Hands-on experience with Databricks, Delta Lake, or similar cloud platforms.

Strong understanding of data quality concepts.

Experience with metadata catalogs or governance tools.

Proficiency with SQL and data analysis.

Strong communication skills.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience with Databricks Unity Catalog.

Familiarity with Medallion Architecture.

Exposure to governance frameworks (DAMA, DCAM).

Experience collaborating with data stewards or data owners.

Knowledge of data modeling or semantic layers.

Pay Rate depending on background and experience ranging from $35-43/hr

• Lead the organization and migration of Quality and Technical Operations documentation into a centralized electronic document management system (EDMS)
• Partner cross-functionally with Quality, Technical Operations, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of documentation practices with GxP standards
• Drive standardization of document structures, naming conventions, and metadata to improve system usability and compliance
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to document control processes and quality systems infrastructure
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity of documentation to support regulatory readiness and internal audits
• Contribute to the development and refinement of SOPs and best practices related to document and record management
• Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and scalability of quality systems
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Systems within biotech, pharmaceutical, or biologics environments
• Strong understanding of GxP regulations, document control processes, and quality system frameworks
• Experience working with electronic document management systems (e.g., Veeva Quality Docs or similar platforms)
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and data integrity
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across functional teams
  
  

• Experience supporting EDMS implementations, migrations, or system enhancements
• Background working closely with Technical Operations or Manufacturing teams
• Experience contributing to inspection readiness or audit support activities
  
  

• Opportunity to contribute to a critical quality systems transformation initiative
• High-impact role supporting cross-functional operations
• Exposure to a growing clinical-stage biotech environment
• Collaborative and fast-paced team culture
  
  

Behavioral Health Quality Improvement Manager

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Days (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)

Overview

The Behavioral Health Quality Improvement Manager supports the development, implementation, and oversight of quality improvement initiatives across inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services. This role focuses on regulatory compliance, incident investigation, performance improvement, and data-driven quality initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and maintain accreditation standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation, and oversight of quality improvement programs across behavioral health services.
• Conduct thorough Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) for reportable incidents in collaboration with the Risk Management team, ensuring appropriate documentation and follow-up actions.
• Partner with program leadership to develop, implement, and track corrective action plans through completion.
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards including state, federal, and accrediting body requirements.
• Align behavioral health quality initiatives with broader organizational strategic and performance goals.
• Oversee quality data collection and reporting processes while collaborating with Information Technology to ensure accuracy and timeliness of metrics.
• Implement and manage routine audits including:
• Medical record documentation reviews
• Environment of care inspections
• Compliance-focused evaluations in inpatient and emergency behavioral health settings
• Monitor inpatient psychiatric core measures, develop performance improvement plans, and provide education to staff to support clinical outcomes and regulatory compliance.
• Lead sustainable quality improvement initiatives by engaging leadership, frontline staff, and patients/families to identify priority areas and drive measurable improvements.
• Serve as project lead for statewide behavioral health collaborative initiatives, including suicide prevention and behavioral health data transparency programs.
• Conduct proactive risk assessments to identify operational vulnerabilities and implement mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate and complete treatment-over-objection processes for inpatient behavioral health units in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
• Contribute to departmental performance improvement initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Nursing, or a related field.
• Applicable professional license if required by discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in behavioral health quality or regulatory roles including:
• Medical record review
• Incident management and regulatory reporting
• Quality data analysis
• Performance improvement initiatives
• Survey readiness activities
• Experience working in licensed inpatient and/or outpatient behavioral health settings.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with behavioral health regulatory reporting and incident management.
• Knowledge of state oversight agencies and behavioral health reporting standards.
• Experience monitoring and improving behavioral health quality metrics and core measures.
• Strong data analysis and quality improvement project leadership experience.
• Experience across both inpatient and outpatient behavioral health environments.

Additional Information

• Full-time administrative role with standard daytime hours.
• Opportunity to lead impactful quality initiatives that improve behavioral health outcomes and regulatory compliance.

Summary:

The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for ensuring that a product meets specific requirements for the company and its customers. The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for managing documents and Compliant/ CAPA/NCRs process flows within the eQMS. The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for reviewing and conducting various tests and inspections of the Company’s products. The Quality Assurance Specialist may also handle customer complaints, investigate nonconformances and address any daily quality issues with other staff.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for upholding Quality Standards for the company.
• Creates and ensures that all quality-related procedures are followed as defined in the Quality

System.

• Managing documents and Compliant/ CAPA/NCRs process flows within the eQMS system
• Conduct internal audits of company processes, and procedures then work to ensure the

company is meeting Quality standards. Where potential improvements are identified; initiate any changes in procedures, product design or processes.

• Perform AQL inspections on all incoming inventory as required; review all non-conforming

defects to manufacturer where identified.

• Inspect and test all returned medical equipment from the field to verify any reported non-

conforming conditions/complaints from patients as required

• Monitor complaint trends and present any identified issues to management for corrective

action.

• Collaborate with QA Manager and Chief Operating Officer to manage company’s Product

Development and FDA submissions including but not limited to (Design Reviews, Risk Analysis,

Design Requirements, Test Protocol/Report generation, as well as Review of software

documentation and design drawings).

• Assist with overseeing Warehouse activities such as review of cleaning and temperature/

humidity logs.

• Promotes quality achievement and performance improvement throughout the organization.
• Ensure employees are trained on the most up to date FDA and job-related training

requirements.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of Medical device Regulatory requirements (e.g. ISO13485, FDA QSR, 21CFR Part

820)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of software (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Proficiency in, or ability to learn, generating and or reviewing procedures, reports.
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team
• Strong documentation skills with strict attention to detail
• Logical and methodical approach to work practices and processes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential

Physical Demands:

• Lifting (75 lbs.)
• Occasional climbing on ladders to reach product inventory.
• Note: Appropriate footwear must be worn at all times if working in the warehouse or Quality

room. Examples of appropriate footwear include steel toe work boots and shoes or steel toe

PVC rubber boots. Examples of inappropriate footwear include sandals, flip flops, sneakers,

fashion boots, dress shoes, or any other footwear without a steel toe.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Sciences preferred.
• Minimum 1-3 years of Quality experience required.
• Experience in the medical device industry is required.

Job Summary:

The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring product quality and compliance by supporting design, manufacturing, and process improvement initiatives. This role collaborates closely with R&D and Operations to drive quality standards, risk management, and regulatory compliance throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Quality & Process Engineering:

• Evaluate product design, functionality, and manufacturing processes to ensure quality standards.
• Investigate product quality issues and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and continuous improvement.
• Support design for manufacturing (DFM) initiatives.

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Lead risk management activities in alignment with ISO 14971 standards.
• Develop and maintain risk documentation (FMEAs, risk worksheets).
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
• Support CAPA, non-conformance investigations, and audit responses.

Design & Development Support:

• Collaborate with R&D on design verification and validation (DV/IV).
• Support test method development and validation.
• Contribute to project plans, timelines, and regulatory submissions.

Problem Solving & Analysis:

• Conduct root cause analysis using methodologies such as Six Sigma and DMAIC.
• Support resolution of product failures and manufacturing issues.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Coordinate quality-related activities across teams.
• Support training and development of team members.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
• 5–7 years of experience in Quality Engineering or related field.
• Experience with risk management and FMEA.
• Strong understanding of **quality systems and regulatory compliance
• Experience in design verification/validation and test methods
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in regulated industries (medical device preferred).
• Knowledge of ISO 14971 standards.
• Experience with Six Sigma / DMAIC methodologies
• Familiarity with CAD tools and engineering software

Required Skills:

• Root cause analysis and problem solving
• Process improvement and quality assurance
• Risk management and compliance
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Technical documentation

Working Conditions:

• Engineering and manufacturing environment
• Cross-functional collaboration with R&D and Operations

Additional Details:

• Role involves both hands-on problem solving and strategic quality initiatives.
• Opportunity to lead quality efforts in product development lifecycle.

Director of Quality Control

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer

Summary:

Director of Quality Control will ensure that the company maintains the highest standard of quality that is compliant with all applicable laws, regulations, and code requirements. Director of Quality Control will be expected to be in the office five days per week and report directly to the CEO for all items relating to quality control.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Collaborate with executive-level management in the development of quality goals and long-term quality plans.

Responsible for leading the successful implementation of ISO 9001:2015.

Manage Quality Control Department and lead its growth through hiring and training.

Maximize efficiency and productivity through extensive process analysis and improvement recommendations, as well as interdepartmental collaboration, and digital organization.

Maintain ASME Certification by ensuring code compliance and prepare and conduct training on ASME code requirements and additional foreign codes such as PED, Malaysia DOSH and MHLW (Japan).

Generate Inspection Test Plans, Quality Procedures, and Quality Instructions.

Maintain Job Books for all jobs, and Complete Job Packages and Code Documentation and upload to Company CRM.

Coordination of the Authorized Inspector/Repair Inspector and apply code stamping or marking to code parts under the direction of the Authorized Inspector/Repair Inspector.

Lead quarterly meetings with senior management to review quality KPIs.

Work with project managers in the development and adherence to quality objectives.

Responsible for leading customer and third-party audits.

Provide the appropriate management processes to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and certifications, conforms to company standards, and utilizes best-industry practices to manage safety risks to people, property, and the environment.

Conducts strategic and quality risk workshops and assessments throughout the organization.

Responsible for documenting customer feedback and a corrective action system.

Improve and re-establish Company Non-Conformance System and documents methods of improvement.

Team Management:

Lead, develop, and mentor team members.

Responsible for leading Quality Control Managers and their direct reports.

Guide larger, cross-divisional teams outside of direct span of control, managing work allocation, training, problem resolution and performance evaluation.

Education/Skills/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or associate degree preferred.

10+ years of experience in Quality Control.

Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Strong verbal and communication skills.

Excellent time management and multitasking skills.

Highly organized and comfortable maintaining documents digitally.

Internal / External Contacts:

Internal

Member of Company Leadership Team.

Works closely with senior leadership all administrative support staff.

Maintain in-depth relations with all members of staff.

Work closely with all Project Managers.

External

Potential and existing customers.

Contractors/sub-contractors/vendors.

Regulatory bodies.

Packaging Quality Assurance Manager

About the Role

CMI is seeking an experienced Packaging Quality Assurance Manager to lead our packaging quality and compliance initiatives across our supplier network and distribution operations. This role ensures that all packaging materials supplied to our customers meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and regulatory compliance.

The Packaging QA Manager will play a key role in strengthening CMI’s quality systems, supporting supplier performance, and maintaining compliance with industry standards such as BRCGS. This position works cross-functionally with procurement, operations, logistics, and customers to ensure consistent quality across CMI’s packaging portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

The Packaging QA Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving CMI’s packaging quality management systems. This includes establishing testing protocols, performance specifications, and validation processes for packaging materials across multiple substrates including paper, plastic, foam, and molded fiber.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing packaging quality standards across CMI’s supplier network and distribution operations
• Supporting and maintaining BRCGS certification, including documentation control, audit preparation, and corrective action management
• Overseeing packaging qualification and performance testing, including ISTA, ASTM, and other relevant standards
• Investigating quality issues, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Partnering with procurement and supplier partners to ensure packaging materials meet specifications and regulatory requirements
• Supporting new packaging launches and customer programs by validating product performance prior to commercialization
• Maintaining supplier quality programs, including audits, certifications, and performance scorecards
• Working cross-functionally with operations, logistics, and customer teams to resolve packaging-related issues and ensure customer satisfaction
• Developing and maintaining quality documentation, specifications, and testing records

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Science, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, or a related technical field
• 5+ years of experience in packaging quality, supplier quality, or packaging engineering
• Experience working with packaging materials such as corrugated, paper cups, flexible packaging, rigid plastics, molded fiber, or foodservice packaging
• Familiarity with BRCGS, GMP environments, and food or foodservice packaging standards preferred
• Knowledge of packaging testing methods including ISTA, ASTM, and material performance validation
• Experience with quality tools such as FMEA, SPC, 8D, and root cause analysis
• Strong communication and cross-functional leadership skills

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company participation
• A collaborative and entrepreneurial environment
• The opportunity to play a key role in strengthening quality systems at a growing packaging and supply chain company