QA & Compliance Leader — GMP/ISO, Lean Six Sigma

Verano; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Verano is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead QA activities across the facility, ensuring adherence to GMP, ISO, and company standards. You will develop strategic and tactical plans aligned with company goals and drive continuous improvement in product quality and operational efficiency.

The role requires extensive QA/QC experience, leadership capabilities, and a proven track record in regulatory compliance and process improvement in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Six years’ experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control, preferably with lab testing focus.
• Three years in management/leadership roles.
• Experience developing and managing QA/QC programs including risk assessments and corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all QA activities in line with company policies and procedures.
• Drive department performance to maximize output and profitability while ensuring compliance.
• Implement SOPs and policies to improve productivity and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct inspections and audits of facilities, processes and controls.
• Ensure adherence to quality, safety, GMP, and ISO standards.
• Lead Lean Six Sigma initiatives to improve product quality and efficiency.
• Prepare budgets and financial analyses for Sr. Operations Manager.
• Develop cost-reduction strategies across workflows and production costs.
• Monitor KPIs and collaborate with Compliance on regulatory records and inventory.

Skills

Quality management

Regulatory compliance

Lean Six Sigma

Leadership

Education

BS/BA in related field

Job description

Verano is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead QA activities across the facility, ensuring adherence to GMP, ISO, and company standards. You will develop strategic and tactical plans aligned with company goals and drive continuous improvement in product quality and operational efficiency.

The role requires extensive QA/QC experience, leadership capabilities, and a proven track record in regulatory compliance and process improvement in a manufacturing setting.