
QA+QC Manager
Thrive Causemetics
🇺🇸 United States
On-site
Manager or above
1 month ago
$90,000 – $130,000 / year
- Regulatory Compliance
- CMS
- GMP
- CAPA
- CPT
- Health insurance
- Pension
1 month ago
What You Will Be Doing:
- Develop, implement, and maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS) tailored to the needs of a DTC beauty brand.
- Establish and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for product development, manufacturing, and testing processes.
- Conduct audits of contract manufacturers and suppliers to ensure adherence to quality standards, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with R&D and Product Development teams to integrate quality protocols early in the product lifecycle.
- Oversee the testing of bulk formulations, and finished products to ensure consistency, safety, and efficacy.
- Manage third-party labs and testing facilities for microbiological, stability, and compatibility testing.
- Create and implement incoming inspection protocols for packaging, raw materials, and finished goods.
- Investigate and resolve quality issues, including product non-conformance, consumer complaints, and manufacturing deviations.
- Stay current with global cosmetic regulations (FDA, EU, etc.) and ensure all products meet applicable standards for safety and labeling.
- Support documentation and regulatory submissions, including Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Product Information Files (PIF).
- Train and mentor cross-functional teams on quality standards and best practices.
- Lead root cause analyses and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) initiatives.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally when needed to CMs to physically audit line trials and facilities.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally when needed warehouses to conduct an AQL (acceptance quality limits) on incoming product shipments.
Quality Assurance:
Quality Control:
Regulatory Compliance:
Team Leadership:
Travel
What Will Make You Stand Out:
- 5+ years of QA/QC experience in the beauty or personal care industry, specifically with color cosmetics and skincare or similar consumer products.
- Strong understanding and ability to analyze cosmetic products, manufacturing processes, and documentation.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with QMS software and familiarity with cosmetic testing methods (e.g., microbiological, stability, compatibility).
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, or a related field.
QA+QC Manager · Thrive Causemetics