Quality & Regulatory Manager (Consumer Goods, Hybrid)

CPG Connect; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Natural Health Products company located in Mississauga, ON, is seeking a Quality & Regulatory Manager. This hybrid role involves overseeing quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and leading a dedicated team. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of Health Canada and CFIA regulations. Join them to make a significant impact in a fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Quality and Regulatory experience in the food, beverage, or supplements sectors.
• 1-3 years experience at the Manager level.
• Strong knowledge of Food GMP and SOPs in the food & beverage industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day quality assurance and regulatory affairs functions.
• Lead the quality team and ensure the integrity of all quality systems.
• Prepare and submit Product Licence Applications (NHPs).

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Detail oriented

Strong leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork and interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quality & Regulatory Manager (Consumer Goods, Hybrid)

Do you excel at leading quality and regulatory operations, while building strong, collaborative teams?

Are you passionate about making a real impact at a fast-growing company by ensuring the highest standards of product safety, quality, and regulatory compliance?

If so, this QA & Regulatory Manager opportunity could be your ideal next step!

Our client, a rapidly growing Natural Health Products company with their office located in Mississauga, ON , is looking to hire a Quality & Regulatory Manager to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is a Hybrid Role , requiring 3 days in the office for collaboration.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, this individual will oversee day-to-day quality assurance and regulatory affairs functions, lead the quality team, and ensure the integrity and continuous improvement of all quality systems and regulatory processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Oversee the change management process for existing products
• Oversee the product quality release procedure
• Develop finished product testing specifications by working cross-functionally with internal and external partners.
• Maintain version control of all quality documents
• Manage allergen risk assessments with co-manufacturers
• Qualify new vendors and maintain vendor compliance records
• Create and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Labeling & Artwork

Review product artwork for regulatory compliance

Create and validate label text for dietary supplements (NHPs) and food products

Review and approve product claims and advertising

Provide Regulatory compliance risk assessment strategies

Licensing & Regulatory

Prepare and submit Product Licence Applications (NHPs)

Ensure site licenses are renewed according to the company renewal cycle.

Act as the main contact with CFIA / Health Canada for regulatory issues

Testing & Investigations

Oversee product testing schedules, and identify correct test methods depending on product type

Oversee stability and shelf-life studies

Regularly review customer complaints for trend analysis

Lead non-conformance and deviation investigations with manufacturers.

Leadership and Continuous Improvement

Supervise and support the quality team by fostering a culture of continuous improvement

Lead in continuous improvement initiatives for quality programs

Ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable quality and regulatory standards

EDUCATION :

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or related field.

EXPERIENCE :

5+ years of Quality and Regulatory experience in the food, beverage or supplements sectors, with 1 – 3 years experience at the Manager level

Quality or Regulatory experience with natural health products (NHPs)

Strong knowledge of Food GMP, SOPs in the food & beverage industry

In depth understanding of Health Canada and CFIA regulations (NHP / Food)

Experience with change control systems, artwork review, and product testing protocols

Previous involvement in CFIA inspections, or product recalls an asset

Working knowledge of ERP or quality management software an asset

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office

SKILLS :

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Detail oriented, able to handle multiple priorities and works well under pressure

Takes initiative with strong problem-solving skills

Strong leadership skills

Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills

Comfortable working cross-functionally with R&D, Operations, and external vendors

If you’re excited about leading quality systems and regulatory compliance and making an impact, we’d love to hear from you!