Quality Control Manager, Quality/ Food & Safety

RYZE Inc.; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Paid time off

Professional growth

Remote work

Global company

Job summary

RYZE Inc. is seeking a Quality Control (QC) Manager to ensure the quality and compliance of materials and products produced by contract manufacturers. You will manage QC activities, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with operations, R&D, and logistics to uphold safety and regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes cross-functional leadership, CAPA implementation, and ensuring timely product releases across a global, fully remote organization focused on health-forward products.

Qualifications

• Experience overseeing QC at contract manufacturers with regulatory oversight.
• Strong knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 111/117 for foods and dietary supplements.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams (Operations, QA, Regulatory, R&D).
• Experience implementing CAPAs and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Review COAs from suppliers and third-party labs for accuracy and compliance.
• Approve testing and release of raw materials and finished products.
• Provide onsite quality support during new product launches.
• Investigate quality issues, consumer complaints, deviations, and non-conformances.
• Lead the material review board and manage disposition at warehouses and 3PLs.
• Train and lead a team of virtual QC staff.

Skills

Quality Control

Regulatory compliance

CAPA

Lean practices

Team leadership

Vendor management

ISO/IEC 17025

Tools

ISO/IEC 17025

Job description

COMPANY RYZE was founded in 2019 by Andrée Werner and Rashad Hossain, out of a parents' basement, with a mission to change daily health, starting with the morning routine: a nutrient-dense mushroom coffee delivering clean energy, mental clarity, and immune support. Built on a Direct-to-Consumer foundation with a performance marketing engine, RYZE achieved hockey-stick growth and a community of over 1 million active subscribers. DTC remains the foundation, but RYZE has expanded into mass retail, quickly becoming the #2 items in Target's overall coffee category and is now executing a multi-channel expansion, with a cross-category launch coming in early 2027. RYZE is uniquely positioned to redefine how people think about daily wellness. We’re a lean, fast-moving, mission-driven team who believe daily rituals create the foundation for living your greatest life, and we’re just getting started!

Roles & Responsibilities Overview: The Quality Control (QC) Manager at RYZE, Inc is responsible for ensuring the quality and compliance of raw materials and finished products manufactured by external partners. This role involves overseeing quality control activities at contract manufacturers, implementing quality programs, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The role will manage daily quality compliance, ensuring timely product release, reviewing non-conforming materials, and assisting in complaint investigations. This role works cross-functionally with various teams, including operations, R&D, and logistics, to maintain the highest standards for product quality, safety, and compliance.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Product & Process Quality Control Review Certificates of Analysis (COAs) from suppliers and third-party labs for accuracy and compliance with specifications.
• Facilitate the testing and release/rejection of Raw Material and Finished Product samples based on established specifications.
• Provide onsite quality support during new product launches.
• Investigate product quality issues, including consumer complaints, deviations, and non-conformances as it pertains to contract manufacturers.
• Lead the material review board and manage disposal of non-conforming, expiring, damaged and returned products at warehouse and 3PLs.
• Train and lead a team of virtual QC individuals who support various QC functions.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate QC records in accordance with FDA 21 CFR Part 111/117 requirements for foods and dietary supplements.
• Manage and approve finished product specifications and testing protocols.
• Ensure proper retention and traceability of QC data for audits and regulatory inspections.
• Collaborate with QA to ensure corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) are implemented for identified issues.

Testing & Laboratory Management

• Coordinate with third-party laboratories for microbiological, chemical, analytical, and stability testing.
• Evaluate and approve external labs, ensuring they meet ISO/IEC 17025 standards or equivalent.
• Validate new testing methods or procedures when required.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Operations, QA, Regulatory, and R&D teams to ensure smooth product launches and ongoing quality monitoring.
• Partner with Quality on supplier quality programs to ensure raw materials and finished product consistently meet quality and safety requirements.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve QC processes and product quality.
• Implement lean or efficiency-focused initiatives to optimize QC operations.
• Support training initiatives for cross-functional teams on QC-related topics.
• Stay up to date on industry trends and regulatory changes affecting production quality.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and market benchmarks.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Paid time off and company-observed holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive work environment.
• Access to tools, resources, and training to support success in the role.
• We are a fully remote, global company with a mission to help people feel better every day through the power of superfoods.
• We are looking for passionate individuals to help us grow our impact and community through a better-for-you daily ritual that supports whole body health.