QC Manager

About the role

The Manager of Quality Control is responsible for providing strategic leadership, direction, and oversight of all QC functions within a cGMP-regulated manufacturing environment. This role ensures the highest standards of product quality, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. The Manager serves as the subject matter expert in GMP compliance, root cause analysis, and CAPA/risk management.

Responsibilities

• Managing supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with quality requirements
• Conducting supplier audits (on-site and remote)
• Serving as the subject matter expert in GMP compliance, root cause analysis, and CAPA/risk management
• Supporting CAPA, change control, and nonconformance processes
• Leading supplier qualification and maintaining approved supplier lists
• Investigating product complaints and coordinating corrective actions
• Supporting regulatory inspections and internal audits
• Reviewing SOPs and maintaining compliance with cGMP standards
• Driving process improvements and quality initiatives across teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Preferred with 10+ years of experience in a Quality role within a cGMP-regulated manufacturing environment
• 5+ years in a Quality leadership role
• GMP experience - owns and ensures compliance with cGMP regulations (FDA, NSF, TGA)
• Root Cause Analysis - lead investigations into deviations, ensure findings are accurate and documented
• CAPA risk assessments - ensures CAPAs are effective, audit-ready, performs risk assessments tied to quality decisions
• Strong understanding of cGMP, FDA, and regulatory compliance within nutraceutical or pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Previous experience in nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, dietary supplement, or food manufacturing preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft suite, QMS tools, and ERP systems
• Experience working with contract manufacturers and suppliers
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Willingness to be on call

Skills

• Strong understanding of cGMP, FDA, and regulatory compliance within nutraceutical or pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Previous experience in nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, dietary supplement, or food manufacturing preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft suite, QMS tools, and ERP systems
• Experience working with contract manufacturers and suppliers
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Willingness to be on call

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401k plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Monthly allowance of supplements
• Paid time off, volunteer time off and holiday leave
• Training, professional development, and career growth opportunities

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $125,000.00 - $125,000.00/yr. Competitive compensation

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Charleston,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 2026.