Quality Control/Assurance (QC/QA) Manager

About the Role

SAM Nutrition is seeking an experienced Quality Control/Assurance (QC/QA) Manager to oversee and enhance our product safety and quality assurance programs. This role calls for a strategic leader who can manage compliance, drive accuracy and efficiency across quality control processes, and champion a culture of continuous improvement in product safety standards. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic and growing company in the animal nutrition industry.

What You'll Do

Supervise and mentor the quality team — setting clear objectives, managing performance, and providing ongoing training

Oversee the entire product safety and quality assurance process, from raw material inspection through final product release, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations

Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and regulatory bodies, resolving issues and discrepancies in a timely and effective manner

Prepare, analyze, and report on key product safety and quality metrics, identifying opportunities for improvement

Develop, implement, and maintain systems, procedures, and policies to ensure adherence to company guidelines and industry standards

Conduct internal and external audits of production processes, raw materials, and finished goods to ensure compliance with statutory requirements

Address and resolve escalated quality issues from internal and external sources

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field

Proven experience in a similar QA/QC role

FSVP and/or PCQI certification preferred

Strong knowledge of FSQA and USDA standards and practices

Proficiency with quality management systems and data analysis tools

Excellent leadership and organizational skills

Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

Detail-oriented, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit for extended periods of time

Occasional lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying up to 50 pounds

Talking, hearing, and repetitive motion

Eye, hand, and foot coordination

Why SAM Nutrition

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, development opportunities, and a supportive, collaborative work environment — all as part of a growing company making a real impact in the animal nutrition industry.

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance