Quality & Regulatory Lead

Quality & Regulatory Lead About the Job Position: Quality & Regulatory Compliance Lead (Remote Work) Role: Supervisory - Individual contributor Job Purpose The purpose of the Quality & Regulatory Compliance Lead role is to ensure consistent adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements throughout the organization’s operations. This position is pivotal in overseeing the implementation of effective quality assurance systems, conducting thorough regulatory compliance checks, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. By focusing on key result areas such as quality assurance, regulatory compliance, audits, investigations, and training, the Quality & Regulatory Compliance Lead ensures that products meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, this role plays a crucial part in fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement across internal teams and external stakeholders. Job Description Quality Assurance Ensure compliance with Quality Standards by adherence to MPI Food Safety Program and Addiction Foods QA manual. All raw materials meet set standards for physical and chemical analysis. Effective testing and research on new alternative raw materials and packaging materials. Accurate testing and reporting on nutritional nutrients and physical properties for new materials. Stability of new packaging materials in various conditions is thoroughly tested and verified. Consistent quality control checks on processes and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards. Conduct weekly and monthly evaluations of retention samples to assess product condition over time. Regulatory Compliance Ensure compliance with local and international regulatory standards for food safety and quality, maintaining up-to-date documentation for all products. Successful assistance and management during external and regulatory audits. Timely implementation of any changes in regulations affecting quality control and product safety. Continuous monitoring and updating of practices to comply with current regulations. Audit & Compliance Conduct regular internal audits ensuring compliance with GMP and 5S standards. Lead and manage the Addiction Pet foods supplier audit program effectively. Successful assistance and management during external and regulatory audits. Effective documentation and communication of quality standards across the team and business. Investigations & Corrective Actions: Identify and resolve QA/QC issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions. Continuous monitoring and effectiveness of implemented corrective actions. Develop and improve SOPs from raw materials to finished goods. Training & Development Ensure staff are adequately trained and provided with necessary materials related to corrective actions, and proficient in conducting sensory testing and using relevant equipment for product assessment. Incident & Complaints Management All incident reports, customer complaints, and H&S reports are recorded and resolved promptly. Health & Safety All activities comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and company policies. Hazards and risks are eliminated, isolated, or minimized in all departments. Accurate and timely reporting of all accidents, near misses, and hazards. Ensures staff are trained to operate forklifts and machinery safely. New Product Development Effective collaboration on new product development and packaging checklist updates. Packaging review ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements for new markets/countries. Adhoc Perform other tasks that may be assigned either individually or as part of a committee or team. Job Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Food Technology, Food Science, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years experience in the food industry. Strong background in quality control and regulatory compliance, both technical and application. Experience with high standards of Quality Control and Regulations. Thorough understanding of the MPI Food Safety Program, HACCP standards, and AAFCO standards. Good quality management experience. Solid analytical skills and computer proficiency. Detail-oriented with excellent English communication skills (oral and written). #J-18808-Ljbffr