Quality Control (QC) Manager - 159022

Atrium; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision

PTO

Paid holidays

401(K) and more!

Job summary

A leading personal care manufacturer is seeking a Quality Control (QC) Manager to lead quality control operations. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with quality standards, supervising QC lab functions, and managing a team. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in QC within the personal care sector and a strong background in testing and nonconformance management. Comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of QC or quality-related experience in personal care, cosmetics, or fragrance manufacturing.
• Strong background in nonconformance management, analytical testing, and release processes.
• Experience in cGMP/ISO 22716 environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete product release process.
• Review and approve deviations and investigations.
• Collaborate on new formulation launches.
• Manage the QC laboratory.
• Supervise the retention program.

Skills

QC or quality-related experience in personal care

Nonconformance management

Analytical testing

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific or engineering discipline

Job description

Our client is a fast‑growing personal care and cosmetics manufacturer known for innovation, high standards of product excellence, and a passionate consumer base.

They are looking to add a Quality Control (QC) Manager to their team.

Salary

$90k - $115k annually.

Position Overview

The Quality Control (QC) Manager will lead product‑focused quality control operations to ensure that all finished goods meet established specifications, regulatory requirements, and internal quality standards. This role is integral in overseeing product release, managing QC laboratory functions, supporting investigations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The QC Manager will supervise a team of 2‑3 specialists and serve as a key partner to the Quality Director in strengthening quality systems, documentation, and operational readiness.

Expected travel: 30% to contract manufacturers nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete product release process, including incoming inspection, analytical testing, disposition, and management of nonconformances.
• Review and approve deviations, investigations, and CAPA documentation to ensure thorough root‑cause analysis and effective corrective actions.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to support new formulation launches and ensure quality requirements, inspection criteria, and testing protocols are clearly defined and implemented.
• Manage the QC laboratory, including equipment oversight, instrument calibration, cleanliness, and adherence to safety practices.
• Supervise the retention program and maintain product master standards.
• Evaluate consumer complaint samples and support trend analysis.
• Administer and enhance the Quality Management System (QMS) for documents, SOPs, CAPAs, audit records, and inspections.
• Develop and deliver training on cGMP, quality systems, and technical processes.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance feedback to QC Specialists.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on quality KPIs to drive improvements across QC operations.

Required Experience/Skills

• 5+ years of QC or quality‑related experience in personal care, cosmetics, or fragrance manufacturing (required).
• Prior supervisory experience. Ability to lead and develop laboratory personnel.
• Strong background in nonconformance management, analytical testing, and release processes.
• Experience operating in cGMP/ISO 22716 environments.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or engineering discipline (or equivalent experience) is required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision (including HSA with employer contribution).
• PTO.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(K) and many more!

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Position ID: 159022