Quality Compliance Manager

This is the role that turns "we make good products" into a system you can prove, audit, and stand behind. As Quality Compliance Manager, you'll report to the Senior Quality Manager and own JuneShine Brands' Quality Compliance program end to end - leading audits and corrective actions, reviewing external documentation, investigating supplier quality incidents, and advising leadership on food safety - as we scale to more products, more partners, and more decisions that matter.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Contract Manufacturing Managers and the New Product Team to evaluate, qualify, and onboard contract manufacturers, assessing manufacturing capabilities, quality systems, and food safety programs against company standards
• Establish and maintain quality agreements, testing requirements, and release criteria for co-manufactured products
• Own supplier and contract manufacturer audits - planning, conducting, and driving CAPA programs and continuous improvement based on findings and performance data
• Partner with the Innovation team to support new product and process transfer from development through commercial production, developing the quality requirements, specs, and documentation needed for launch
• Lead cross-functional efforts across New Product, Innovation, Operations, Regulatory, and Supply Chain to ensure successful, compliant product commercialization
• Track the evolving regulatory landscape and advise the business accordingly
• Lead risk assessments and validation activities for new formulations, processes, and manufacturing sites
• Lead recruitment, hiring, and performance management for any future direct reports
• Perform other related duties, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned based on business needs and organizational priorities

Must Haves:

• 21 years of age or older at the time of application
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Life Sciences, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5-7 years of professional experience in the food industry within Quality, Regulatory, or Operations
• Minimum 2 years experience managing direct reports
• Experience working in the CPG space (Food, THC/hemp, supplements, beverage)
• Certifications and/or strong working knowledge in Food Safety, GMP, GFSI, and/or Quality Management systems and regulations
• This role requires travel of up to approximately 35% of the time to support supplier audits, partner onboarding, and new product launches, with occasional periods up to 50%, which may vary based on business demands

Nice to Haves:

• Experience managing R&D scale-up, formula transfer, and new product commercialization at contract manufacturers
• Experience working in contract manufacturing quality - including auditing, performance monitoring, and onboarding

Compensation, Perks + Benefits:

• $100,000 - $115,000 per year
• The final offer will be based on several factors, including experience, skills, location and overall expertise
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Paid sick leave in accordance with state and local laws
• Healthcare coverage: up to 90% company contribution for employees and 25% for dependents
• Voluntary vision, dental, and accidental plans
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match, free financial coaching, student loan match support, and 529 education savings accounts
• 12 weeks of paid Equal Parental Leave, $500 Baby Bonding Bucks, and a sustainable baby gift
• Dedicated parental leave support, including a personalized dashboard, full pay transparency, and a specialist to handle every logistical detail so you can focus on your family
• Product and soft goods discounts & perks
• And more!

You must reside in the United States to be considered for this position.

This role supports multiple beverage brands within the JuneShine Brands portfolio, including alcohol and hemp-derived THC beverages.