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| Location: |
Rocky Mount, Virginia, VA United States |
| Position Type: |
Full Time |
| Post Date: |
01/27/2026 |
| Expire Date: |
03/27/2026 |
| Job Categories: |
Manufacturing and Production |
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Quality Manager
At Traditional Medicinals, we believe that plants have the power to heal, and we have the power to create change. We are building a new, state-of-the-art production facility specializing in botanical wellness teas. We are looking for employees who are excited to join us on our journey!
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of manufacturing by contributing to a cutting-edge, greenfield production facility from the ground up. If you are passionate about automation, sustainable practices, data-driven efficiency, and community engagement, we invite you to apply today and join our team!
SUMMARY
The Quality Manager manages the daily operations of the site Quality department to meet business, GMP, and regulatory requirements. The Quality Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of the department in compliance with 21 CFR part 111 regulations while supporting activities in Operations, Procurement, and other departments. The role ensures the effectiveness and continuous improvement of the quality management system and directs site Quality staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Manage and perform the evaluation of purchased raw materials, in-process testing, and finished goods for final batch disposition
Maintain the Company?s quality management system by providing oversight and input
into the relevant quality systems and standards including
Change control
Documentation systems
Quality procedures
Standards and policies
Product complaint management
Internal and external audit programs
Corrective Action and Preventative Action
Material Review Boards
Vendor Risk Management
Calibrations and maintenance
Equipment and computer system validation and commissioning
Hire, manage, and develop Quality department staff and support the company?s goals and objectives
Set and communicate priorities to staff
Ensure continuous improvement and effectiveness of the quality management system
Assist in the development and implementation of standards, methods and procedures
for testing and inspection of ingredients, packaging material components, and finished products
Collect, analyze and summarize information and trends including failed processes, stability studies, recalls, corrective actions, and re-validations
Provide support to the daily operations of Quality department
Perform final review and approval of records, documentation, and reports
Manage and support third party inspections and audits and follow up activities
Develop, manage, and deliver training plans for Quality department personnel
Perform maintenance, data entry, and analysis in various electronic systems utilized by the company
Drive continuous improvement programs to lower testing costs, reduce turnaround times, and provide a valued product for internal and external customer
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Routinely review the gap analysis resulted from internal audits and address compliances with appropriate team members
Investigating customer complaints
Member of site development group with primary responsibility for quality recommendations regarding laboratory and factory and equipment design
Support and participate in the Company?s project teams and assist with project scheduling to assure that timelines and deadlines are met efficiently and economically
Develop and conduct appropriate cGMP 21 CFR part 111 training and compliance for all
levels of personnel involved in the manufacturing and release of raw materials and final product
Provide leadership on Food Defense teams
Other duties and projects as assigned
Perform duties for the first year of:
Sanitation Supervisor
Quality Specialist ? Batch Records
Quality Specialist ? Document Control
Lab Tech - Sampler
SUPERVISORY/BUDGET
Direct reports include Quality department staff
No direct departmental budgetary oversight
REQUIREMENTS
Education/Experience:
BA/BS in a scientific discipline or equivalent education/experience; graduate degree preferred
Six years? progressive experience in Quality in food, beverage, dietary supplement, or other regulated industry
Two years? supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting or equivalent
Quality training and certification preferred
Project management experience preferred
New plant and/or production line startup preferred
Knowledge/Abilities/Skills:
Strong knowledge of cGMPs in a regulated industry
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements for the manufacturing of food, beverage, dietary supplements, or Over-the-Counter (OTC) drugs, dietary supplements (21 CFR part 111) preferred.
Strong current knowledge of Quality Control and Assurance methodologies
Demonstrated ability to manage and develop staff
Knowledge of continuous improvement methodology preferred
Able to collaborate, influence and work effectively across multiple departments and locations
Able to independently solve problems and make decisions based on company and/or quality policy
Ability to read, interpret and apply quality standards, SOP?s, specifications and work instructions
Strong data gathering, metrics development, and report generation skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong organization skills and attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Commitment to and ability to demonstrate TM?s Company values: humility, respect, quality, collaboration, innovation and sustainability
Technical Skills:
Intermediate MS Office skills
Strong Quality Management System knowledge and skills
Experience with Quality and Manufacturing software platforms preferred (i.e. RedZone, Master Control Qx and Mx modules)
ERP systems preferred
Travel Requirements:
Ability to travel up to 50% for first four months. Approximately 10% thereafter which may include international travel
Work Environment:
Climate-controlled, fast paced production environment working across all areas of production including, IMA, blending, Mezzanine, case packing, display area, planning, logistics, Quality Control, Quality Assurance.
Physical/Mental Requirements:
An employee must meet the physical demands described here to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
This position is based in Rocky Mount, VA and is onsite Monday through Friday supporting a three-shift operation.
Remote candidates will not be considered for this role.
Traditional Medicinals, Inc. and its subsidiaries are proud equal-opportunity employers. We wholeheartedly embrace authenticity, diversity, and people's differences. We acknowledge, celebrate, and support individuality to the great advantage of our consumers, stakeholders, products, and the planet. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all our people.
We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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