As a leader in the science of nutrition, Nestlé Health Science believes in empowering healthier lives for patients and consumers through a rich product portfolio featuring top brands such as Garden of Life®, Nature’s Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Nuun®, Persona Nutrition®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more, as well as through Aimmune Therapeutics, a biopharmaceutical company developing therapies to prevent, manage and treat food, GI and metabolic-related diseases.

Our team members are challenged to make a genuine impact and play an integral role in driving the business forward. We embrace a dynamic culture that always puts the consumer first, and where ownership, accountability and agility are celebrated at every level. To help our people thrive, we offer expansive career growth potential, the opportunity to work alongside and learn from talented colleagues with diverse backgrounds and skill sets, and a range of best-in-class benefits.

We have more than 11,000 employees around the world, and products available in over 140 countries.

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POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director Quality, the Manager Facility Quality is responsible for ensuring the compliance of the quality systems, manufacturing processes and associated records for adherence to Nestle Health Science. Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s) that are in effect within their manufacturing site, assuring the quality of products produced.

Quality Manager is also responsible for managing direct reports within the Quality Assurance group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develops staff through feedback, coaching, counseling and support.
• Ensures both new and existing associates are trained on cGMPs as it relates to 21 CFR part 111.
• Maintains compliance with FDA Regulations and other industry accepted standards.
• Supports and participates in audit preparations and inspections by certifying agencies and regulatory bodies, i.e. USP & FDA. Participate in developing action plans and executing corrective actions in a timely manner.
• Leads, anticipates, assesses and manages current and future compliance in the facility.
• Ensures accurate and timely completion of all tasks relating to Batch records and maintenance of cGMP and SOP records.
• Works collaboratively with cross-functional teams to implement necessary production changes, system updates, and documentation revisions in a timely and productive manner.
• Facilitates and properly manages the Quality Management Systems including but not limited to; Deviations, Non-Conformances, CAPAs, Change controls.
• Facilitates and presents data and information pertaining to quality performance to upper management.
• Facilitates Material Review Board (MRB) for non-conforming materials, determination and documentation of dispositions of said material.
• Develops cross functional and multinational relationships to support interaction with various internal customers.
• Supports, leads, administers all mock recall activities for the site; is the expert in the area of mock recall, retrieval, and recall. 
• Supports the Quality Manager in daily activities and quality system. In addition act as the site lead in the absence of the Quality Manager.
• Demonstrates leadership through a commitment to communication, work habits and be fully competent in all aspects of a wide variety of processes including maintaining safety, troubleshooting/problem solving, decision making, organizing/planning, Nestle Health Science’s core behaviors, administrative, quality appraisals, sampling plans, manufacturing audits/process audits, statistical techniques, production control systems, manufacturing document review, test equipment and training.
• Understands SPC and how to leverage data to drive improvements into processes.
• Partners with Operations team and Technical Services group to execute and facilitate site initiatives in pursuit of business objectives and targets.
• Acts as role model of the business vision and mission and have a strong understanding of what it takes to achieve company goals, KPI’s and metrics.
• Supports continuous improvement activities when Quality KPIs are not met.
• Supports management of the HACCP Program for the facility.
• Support goal setting, administers performance appraisals and conducts interviews for new candidates.
• Responsible of supporting HPS (High Performance Systems) principles and beliefs.

Experience and Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Equiv Experience in lieu of degree
• Experience in Pharmaceutical, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or other Science related field
• 5+ years experience in the food, dietary supplement, medical device or pharmaceutical industry
• Experience leading teams
• Knowledge of FDA regulations for the cGMP of Dietary Supplements and Foods

• Preferred Skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, being very detailed oriented
• Ability to lead, train, motivate, and work within a team
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Proven ability to manage of Quality Systems.
• Knowledge of regulatory and GMP compliance requirements such as 21 CFR Part 111, HACCP, HARPC preferred
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems e.g. CAPA, Product defense, Pest Control.
• Knowledge of auditing techniques and quality toolkit – problem solving, basic statistics, investigations, corrective/ preventive actions
• SQF practitioner / FSSC/ BRC/ ISO experience preferred
• Must be proficient with PC programs, i.e. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• SAP Knowledge desirable
• Must exhibit exemplary behaviors in line with NHSc’s principles and values

Expected high performance behaviors:

• Exhibit positive attitude regarding work and responsibilities
• Ability to work collaboratively within teams
• Ability to maintain effectiveness during major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
• Continuously look for ways to do things faster and better, while maintaining high quality standards

Additional Notes

Physical Demands:

• Work environment may be exposed to powders, chemicals and allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, milk, dairy, eggs, wheat, gluten, soy, fish and shellfish)

Travel:

• 10% travel

The approximate pay range for this position is $110,000 to $125,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestle offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits.  Incentives and/or benefits packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at:

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