Quality Supervisor

Active Confectionery Co.; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Active Confectionery Co. is seeking a Quality Supervisor to oversee day-to-day quality & sanitation operations in a Florida production plant and warehouse. You will supervise QA staff, enforce GMP, support audits, and ensure products meet regulatory and customer standards.

The role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and hands-on involvement in quality records, CAPA, and continuous improvement initiatives across production and maintenance teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily quality control and sanitation activities on the production floor and within the facility, including in-process inspections, line clearances, sanitation activities and finished product release support.
• Lead JSA review/development, timekeeping, training, performance evaluations, and implement performance improvement plans as needed.
• Ensure adequate quality control/sanitation staffing levels and lead departmental cross-training initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and applicable regulatory and certification requirements (e.g., NSF).
• Verify SOPs, work instructions, and quality protocols are followed consistently.
• Conduct internal audits, GMP walkthroughs, and routine inspections of manufacturing and warehouse areas, with follow-up to sanitation activities.
• Support customer, regulatory, and third-party audits; assist with corrective action responses.
• Review and maintain accurate quality records, logs, batch documentation, and inspection reports.
• Investigate quality deviations, nonconformances, complaints, and out-of-specification results.
• Initiate, document, and manage deviations and CAPA activities; monitor effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Production, Warehouse, and Maintenance to resolve quality issues and make production decisions as needed.
• Support material review processes including holds, releases, and disposition of nonconforming materials.
• Track and report key quality KPIs to management.
• Promote a culture of quality, food safety, and continuous improvement throughout the facility.
• Assist with SOP and training material development, revision, and implementation.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, Food Safety, and Food Defense guidelines at all times.
• Manage environmental testing programs and related activities.
• Supervise Pest Control Program, Portal, and Records as necessary.
• Complete required Food Defense and Food Safety Training including GMP, GDA, Food Defense, and JSA Training.

Skills

Quality control

GMP compliance

Leadership

Documentation

Root cause analysis

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Active Confectionery Co. is a full-service contract manufacturer specializing in scalable gummy production for consumer brands. The company offers end-to-end capabilities to bring market-ready gummy products from concept to finished goods, all under one roof. Teams collaborate closely with clients to meet strict quality, consistency, and regulatory standards. This integrated approach supports rapid growth, efficient production, and reliable product launches, making it an attractive environment for professionals interested in food manufacturing and quality.

Position Summary:

The Quality Supervisor is a full-time, permanent, and exempt position responsible for overseeing day-to-day quality & sanitation operations within a manufacturing plant and warehouse facilities to ensure products are received, manufactured, tested, stored, and released in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, customer specifications, and internal quality standards. This role supervises quality and sanitation personnel on the production floor, enforces GMP compliance, supports NSF and other third-party certification requirements, and partners with Production and Operations to ensure product quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily quality control and sanitation activities on the production floor and within the facility, including in-process inspections, line clearances, sanitation activities and finished product release support.
• Lead JSA review/development, timekeeping, training, performance evaluations, and implement performance improvement plans as needed.
• Ensure adequate quality control/sanitation staffing levels and lead departmental cross-training initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and applicable regulatory and certification requirements (e.g., NSF)
• Verify that SOPs, work instructions, and quality protocols are followed consistently
• Conduct internal audits, GMP walkthroughs, and routine inspections of manufacturing and warehouse areas, as well as follow-up to sanitation activities.
• Support customer, regulatory, and third-party audits; assist with preparation and corrective action responses
• Review and maintain accurate quality records, logs, batch documentation, and inspection reports
• Investigate quality deviations, nonconformances, complaints, and out-of-specification results
• Initiate, document, and manage deviations and CAPA activities; monitor effectiveness of corrective actions
• Collaborate with Production, Warehouse, and Maintenance to resolve quality issues and make production decisions as needed
• Support material review processes including holds, releases, and disposition of nonconforming materials
• Track and report key quality performance indicators (KPIs) to management
• Promote a culture of quality, food safety, and continuous improvement throughout the facility
• Assist with development, revision, and implementation of quality-related SOPs and training materials
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, Food Safety, and Food Defense guidelines at all times.
• Manage environmental testing programs and related activities.
• Supervise Pest Control Program, Portal, and Records as necessary.
• Complete all required Food Defense and Food Safety Training including, but not limited to GMP, GDA, Food Defense, and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) Training
• Assist in the Release Lab for sample collection and/or testing information.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment
• Prior supervisory or lead experience in Quality Control or Quality Assurance preferred
• Working knowledge of GMPs and quality management systems
• Experience with audits, deviations, and CAPA processes
• Experience in food, dietary supplement, pharmaceuticals,AND or similar regulated industries preferred
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Thorough understanding of quality systems and regulatory requirements
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Production and Operations
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and electronic quality systems

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation. As part of a dietary supplement manufacturing environment, this position requires regular and sustained work in industrial conditions.

Postural Activities: Walking and standing for prolonged periods, totaling 8+ hours per shift.

Lifting Requirements:

• Frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Occasionally lift and/or move 21–50 pounds.
• Occasionally lift over 50 pounds with appropriate mechanical or team assistance.

Mobility:

• Frequent bending, carrying, reaching above shoulder height, twisting, grasping, and balancing.
• Occasional kneeling and other physical movements necessary to complete production and packaging tasks.
• Frequent exposure (8–10 hours per shift) to heat, humidity, and airborne dust/particles associated with manufacturing operations.

This position is performed in a food manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to temperature-controlled conditions and machinery noise. Employees are required to wear designated personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, hairnets, beard nets, hearing protection, and safety footwear, in accordance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Active Confectionary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.

We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.