Quality Control Lead

Elevation Labs; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Control Lead to oversee quality assurance processes. This role involves leading a team of QC technicians, ensuring compliance with manufacturing standards, and collaborating with various departments to maintain high-quality products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality control within a manufacturing environment, particularly in cosmetics. Join a dynamic team dedicated to continuous improvement and exceptional customer experiences, where your contributions will help shape the future of quality skincare and cosmetic products.

Benefits

Paid time off

Health insurance

401k with company match

Bonuses

Dental and vision plans

Life insurance

Short and long term disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in a production environment.
• Knowledge of cosmetic manufacturing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead QC technicians and manage quality processes.
• Ensure compliance with GMPs and SOPs.

Skills

cGMP knowledge

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Experience in manufacturing

Supervisory experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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About Us

What do we consider our greatest asset? Our passionate team members

About Us

What do we consider our greatest asset? Our passionate team members

With a vision of creating quality skincare and cosmetic products for the most popular brands in the world, our founders established a company based on the principle of "no surprises." Since 1995, this vision has guided our growth, and we have developed into an organization that pushes the boundaries of formulating and manufacturing. With over 400 full-time employees, we continue to build a highly-engaged team that produces quality products for our customers. We are especially focused on collaboration and continuous improvement; we work together to learn from where we have been and to make where we are going even better.

Elevation Labs is proud to offer employees a competitive benefits package including: paid time off, paid holidays, maternity leave, 401k with company match, bonuses, health insurance with a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA), dental and vision plans, life, A&D, short term and long term disability insurance plans and a company-paid employee assistance program (EAP).

Our Mission and Culture

Phenomenal Customer Experiences every day, through highly Engaged and Empowered Colleagues, while impacting our Community in a progressive way.

We believe that the best way to deliver phenomenal customer experiences is to create an environment where our employees feel appreciated and supported. We work to build trust through regular all-hands meetings and approachable leadership. We encourage meaningful relationships and thoughtful interactions between team members at all levels of our organization: our line leads value active engagement on the production floor, and our management team is committed to supporting employee growth and career development. As one of the largest companies in the area, we offer countless ways for you to follow your passion and grow your career.

Aside from our company culture, we are committed to making a positive impact within the larger Denver community. Throughout the year our employees host STEM Exposure events at local elementary and middle schools, and we also actively support multiple charities, including the local branches Toys for Tots.

Our Values

Act With Integrity We uphold the highest standard of integrity in all that we do. We honor our commitments and are transparent and honest with our customers, colleagues and communities.

Take Ownership We act with discipline and rigor. We hold ourselves accountable to follow the highest standards and deliver our commitments on time.

Seek Innovative Solutions We challenge the status quo and seek out innovative ways to improve all that we do, from product formulation to production efficiencies and cultural advancements.

Show Care and Respect We deeply care about the health, happiness and safety of our colleagues and communities. We treat others as we want to be treated.

Work And Win Together We believe that success depends on collaboration and teamwork. We work tirelessly with our partners, both internal and external, to deliver Phenomenal Experiences Every Day.

Job Summary

Quality Control Lead is responsible for leading QC technicians as well as managing quality of work processes and products from receiving through production including multiple filling lines/technologies. The Quality Control Lead is responsible for ensuring that all product that is sent to customers meets quality standards by enforcing compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), and Quality Directives (QDs).

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Determine goals and expectations with QC technicians (including corrective action and reviews).
• Support preparation of all documents required for production (includes batch records, Quality checks, QDs, and establishing requirements for fill weight, lot codes, pack-out, etc.
• Partner with Quality leadership, Account Managers and other internal departments for customer communication and investigations as needed.
• Complete verifications of area clearance and sufficient cleaning and sanitation prior to production startup.
• Review QDs and Production Notes with line leads and review units produced for setup as compared to master retains to authorize line for full production.
• Complete quality inspections on raw materials, components, bulk material, in process material, and finished goods and fill out all applicable documentation; coordinate with operations and production personnel if there are any out of specification results or issues requiring investigation.
• Support creation and updates to production documentation and processes for bulk compounding and production as required.
• Lead shift crossover meetings with QC and report out on number and percent reworks.
• Partner with production personnel to set priorities, complete investigations, and develop CAPAs for continuous improvement opportunities.
• Enforce compliance with GMPs, SOPs, WIs, Batch Tickets, and QDs across all production processes (quality and production).
• Work with account managers to ensure preparedness for pilots, first production, customer visits, and customer requests to update standards.
• Manage priority and ensure completion of AQL (Acceptance Quality Limit) testing on components and finished goods as necessary.
  
  

Elevation Labs provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Elevation Labs complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at every location in which the Company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The essential duties listed are representative of the major duties required of this job; ability to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation is required. Elevation Labs may make reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitation of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

This job description is not designed or intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this job. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

• Knowledge of cGMPs / cosmetic manufacturing regulations
• Demonstrates ability to communicate collaboratively cross functionally (between QC, Production, Account Management, Research & Development, Manufacturing, Engineering, etc.)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Powerpoint
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read and write in English
• Proficient in math (adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, converting between units of measurement)
• Understands the importance of adhering to process
  
  

Education/Experience

• Must have experience of directly leading/supervising teams.
• Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment is preferred (cosmetics, food, bottling, etc)
• Previous experience working in a GMP environment is preferred
• Experience working in organic regulated fields is not required but preferred
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must have the ability to be physically present on the production floor at least 80% of the time
• Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Regularly required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Regularly use hands to finger, handle or feel
• Regularly reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally/frequently required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly required to work in areas where chemical materials are encountered
• Regularly required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• May involve exposure to shop environment including variable noise levels
• Must customarily have a high consciousness for personnel and equipment safety
  
  

In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, we are disclosing the compensation range for roles that will be, or could be, performed in Colorado. Compensation for similar positions located outside of Colorado may differ.

If performed in Colorado, the base hourly pay for this position generally ranges between $25.00 - $29.00. This hourly pay range may vary based on relevant factors including but not limited to experience, education, performance, scope of responsibilities, location and other considerations permitted by law.

Salary: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Personal Care Product Manufacturing

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