Quality Assurance Specialist

The Company:

Based in Brattleboro, Vermont, New Chapter is an industry leader in manufacturing herbal supplements and vitamins to promote nourishment through whole foods.

We carry the distinction of being the supplement industry's first certified organic manufacturer to produce vitamins and minerals made with organic ingredients.  We are also committed to supporting and protecting the environment, and our Costa Rican farm is a world model for organic sustainable farming in the rain forest.

Position Summary:

The QA Specialist is responsible for quality control, quality assurance and regulatory compliance support, and QA projects as directed by the Director of Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance.

Responsibilities/Duties:

Quality Control:

·        Provide support for Quality Control functions

Quality Assurance:

• Assist New Chapter’s QA Department in consumer complaints, raw material, WIP, and finished product quality at contract manufacturers, co-packers and primary ingredient suppliers.  S/He will assist with document management, formula maintenance and implementation of internal QA systems in New Chapter facilities. 

Regulatory:

• Assist with local, state and federal compliance including but not limited to FDA’s DSHEA and GMP’s, USDA, NOP, California proposition 65.

Research and Development:  

• Assist with R&D research sample supply and retention, new label information and raw material testing.

General:

• Review QC data and make recommendations on disposition
• Write/revise SOP’s and write technical reports
• Participate in administrative duties
• Assist in ensuring quality systems are in place and maintain GMP compliance
• Review and approve QC test results in support of product release
• Participate in internal audit program
• Ensure documentation and operations meet established requirements of GMP’s, internal SOP’s and company policies.

- Are you a Quality Assurance Technician who has a high standard for quality?
- Are you an individual whose background specializes in pharmaceuticals or the food industry?
- Do you get excited about GMP and SOP compliance?
- Are you someone looking for a challenge in a fast pace, high-growth environment?
- Do you respect the planet and want to be part of a mission that goes beyond just collecting a paycheck?
- Do you have a Bachelors degree in Biology, Food Science, Microbiology or related field and Masters degree?
- Do you have at least 5 years of Quality experience, preferably in Nutraceuticals or OTC.

If you said yes to all of these requirements and want to work in Brattleboro, VT, send your resume to New Chapter, Inc. at [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]. For more information about our company, visit our website at www.newchapter.com.  We offer a competitive salary and great benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).