eQMS Program Lead - Quality Systems & Compliance

Nordic-Naturals; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordic Naturals seeks a QMS Manager to standardize and advance quality management systems across HQ, Watsonville, and Vista. You will implement an integrated eQMS, oversee Document & Change Control, CAPA, NCR, and audits, while driving continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.

The role reports to the Director of Quality and partners with Manufacturing, Operations, Product Development, and Engineering to optimize quality workflows and product launches.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Quality Assurance or Quality Engineering in cGMP manufacturing (dietary supplement, food, or pharma).
• 3+ years in supervisory/management capacity within quality functions.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP and regulatory standards (FDA, NSF, etc.).
• Experience implementing and governing an eQMS across multi-site operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for audit defense and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead eQMS evaluation, integration, and governance across HQ, Vista, and warehouse sites.
• Oversee Document Control and Change Control to ensure SOPs and specs comply with cGMP.
• Direct NCR and CAPA investigations and closure via eQMS or existing forums.
• Manage internal cGMP audits and serve as quality contact during external/regulatory audits.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Operations, Product Development, and Engineering to streamline quality workflows.
• Establish KPIs and monthly quality metrics; report to Director of Quality.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving & RCA

Detail Oriented

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's in science or related field

Master's/PCQI/ASQ preferred

Tools

QMS

ERP (SAP)

PLM/eQMS

Filemaker

Smartsheet

Excel/Word/PowerPoint

Job description

Nordic Naturals seeks a QMS Manager to standardize and advance quality management systems across HQ, Watsonville, and Vista. You will implement an integrated eQMS, oversee Document & Change Control, CAPA, NCR, and audits, while driving continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.

The role reports to the Director of Quality and partners with Manufacturing, Operations, Product Development, and Engineering to optimize quality workflows and product launches.