QA Specialist - Food and Beverage

Company: Apex Systems
Location: Carlsbad
Posted on: November 23, 2020

Job Description:

Summary To manage and maintain the quality programs and procedures and assist managing various scientific and product development projects. The Quality and Scientific Affairs Coordinator is the main administrator for brands quality assurance. Shehe is responsible for managing the quality assurance programs ensuring compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Shehe works cross-functionally to ensure the project goals for quality and scientific affairs are met, properly tracked, and documented. Supports and assists in promoting the quality and scientific foundation within the quality and scientific community as a company fundamentally committed to world-class quality and science based products. Essential Duties Responsibilities Responsible for any quality assurance and control requests from customers. Responsible for updating and maintaining quality programs in compliance with federal, state and local regulations, including but not limited to FDA 21CFR 110, 111 117, FSMA. Responsible for document control programs, managing quality, product and technical documentation requirements including reviewing manufacturer's documents. Responsible for resolving and investigating any quality related complaints, including root-cause analysis, CAPA implementation and final disposition for each complaintincident of non-conformance. Responsible for generating reports to track and trend data, complaints, OOS, etc., for continuous improvement purposes. Coordinates projects internally and externally to maximize utilization of scientific content between Scientific Affairs, RD, Quality, Marketing and Sales. Responsible for document control of clinical studies and publications, white papers, abstracts and presentations from third party scientists and the Director of Scientific Affairs to aid product awareness and maximize product positioning. Supports scientific affairs projects and assists the Director of Scientific Affairs with development and implementation of various scientific, clinical, advisory, and product goals for the company including educational product programs and materials to support our marketing and sales efforts. Works with the Director of Scientific Affairs, regulatory consultants and other subject matter experts as needed to complete job requirements. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in life science required, with at least 3-5 years of experience in quality and operations. Industry experience in fooddietary supplements andor sports nutrition preferred. Preventative Controls Qualified Individual Preferred (PCQI certified). Salesforce experience and Master's degree preferred. Excellent written and oral communicator capable of communicating clearly to a variety of audiences. Previous experience implementing HACCP, Food Safety, cGMPs, FDA 21CFR Part 110, 111, 117 and FSMA. Must be computer literate and able to demonstrate proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook. Ability to effectively manage multiple projects at varying stages of development under time and resource pressure. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Effective interpersonal skillsdiplomacy and problem solving techniques. Must have a high level of awareness and interpersonal intelligence with an ability to "read between the lines" and give the client what they need, not just what they ask for. Establishes and maintains honest, effective relationships with employees at all levels in the organization. Must maintain confidentiality of company financial and other sensitive and proprietary information. EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or

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