Quality Control Lab Supervisor

Nutricost; Vineyard (UT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutricost is seeking a Quality Control Lab Supervisor to oversee daily operations of the QC Laboratory in Utah. You will lead Testing, Pulling, Send-Out, and Administrative teams, ensure GMP/GLP and FDA compliance, and drive continuous improvement.

You will mentor QC staff, manage workflow and compliance investigations, and partner with the QC Lab Manager to meet departmental goals and ensure timely release of products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of QC/QA experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• 1+ year of supervisory or team-lead experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, GLP, FDA regulations, HACCP, and audit processes.
• Experience with investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily laboratory operations and coordinate testing priorities for raw materials, components, and finished products.
• Maintain GMP/GLP compliance through routine walkthroughs, documentation reviews, and audit readiness.
• Train, mentor, and coach QC personnel; manage scheduling, attendance, and performance discussions.
• Lead and support investigations involving OOS results, CAPAs, CARs, SCARs, customer complaints, and quality events.
• Monitor equipment calibration, maintenance, temperature logs, and laboratory housekeeping.
• Generate laboratory status reports and communicate testing progress with internal departments and third‑party labs.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, workflow, and documentation accuracy.
• Manage lab inventory, records retention, and act as department lead when the QC Lab Manager is absent.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Food Science, Biochemistry, Quality Management, or related field

Tools

Excel

Google Workspace

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Summary The Quality Control Lab Supervisor oversees daily operations of the QC Laboratory, ensuring all testing, documentation, and compliance activities meet GMP, GLP, FDA, and company standards. This role leads the Testing, Pulling, Send‑Out, and Administrative teams, manages workflow and priorities, supports quality investigations, and drives continuous improvement. The Supervisor serves as the primary day-to-day leader of the lab and supports the QC Lab Manager in achieving departmental goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily laboratory operations and coordinate testing priorities for raw materials, components, and finished products.
• Maintain GMP/GLP compliance through routine walkthroughs, documentation reviews, and audit readiness.
• Train, mentor, and coach QC personnel; manage scheduling, attendance, and performance discussions.
• Lead and support investigations involving OOS results, CAPAs, CARs, SCARs, customer complaints, and quality events.
• Monitor equipment calibration, maintenance, temperature logs, and laboratory housekeeping.
• Generate laboratory status reports and communicate testing progress with internal departments and third‑party labs.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, workflow, and documentation accuracy.
• Manage lab inventory, records retention, and act as department lead when the QC Lab Manager is absent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Food Science, Biochemistry, Quality Management, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of QC/QA experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• 1+ year of supervisory or team‑lead experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, GLP, FDA regulations, HACCP, and audit processes.
• Experience with investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Google Workspace, and laboratory information systems.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Food Safety Requirements

Must adhere to GMPs, GLPs, and Nutricost food safety policies. Certification in Food Defense, GMPs, GLPs, Allergen Control, HACCP, PCQI, and Lab Instruments is required.