About the Role
SAM Nutrition is seeking an experienced Quality Control/Assurance (QC/QA) Manager to oversee and enhance our product safety and quality assurance programs. This role calls for a strategic leader who can manage compliance, drive accuracy and efficiency across quality control processes, and champion a culture of continuous improvement in product safety standards. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic and growing company in the animal nutrition industry.
What You'll Do
- Supervise and mentor the quality team — setting clear objectives, managing performance, and providing ongoing training
- Oversee the entire product safety and quality assurance process, from raw material inspection through final product release, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and regulatory bodies, resolving issues and discrepancies in a timely and effective manner
- Prepare, analyze, and report on key product safety and quality metrics, identifying opportunities for improvement
- Develop, implement, and maintain systems, procedures, and policies to ensure adherence to company guidelines and industry standards
- Conduct internal and external audits of production processes, raw materials, and finished goods to ensure compliance with statutory requirements
- Address and resolve escalated quality issues from internal and external sources
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field
- Proven experience in a similar QA/QC role
- FSVP and/or PCQI certification preferred
- Strong knowledge of FSQA and USDA standards and practices
- Proficiency with quality management systems and data analysis tools
- Excellent leadership and organizational skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Detail-oriented, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time
- Occasional lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying up to 50 pounds
- Talking, hearing, and repetitive motion
- Eye, hand, and foot coordination
Why SAM Nutrition
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, development opportunities, and a supportive, collaborative work environment — all as part of a growing company making a real impact in the animal nutrition industry.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance