Quality Lead

High Tide•Englewood, CO

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Lead is responsible for maintaining quality standards and GMP at Nuleaf Naturals' cGMP manufacturing facility, from incoming materials through finished product release. This is a hands-on role overseeing quality checks, manufacturing records, testing, verification, and audit readiness. The role has authority to hold or reject materials and products that do not meet approved requirements.

Requirements

Relevant education in quality assurance, food science, chemistry, biology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in quality assurance within a cGMP manufacturing environment, preferably supplements, food, or a related industry.
Practical knowledge of batch release, documentation control, audits, investigations, and taking corrective actions.
Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to address quality concerns clearly and consistently.

Nice To Haves

Experience completing annual cGMP audits and follow-up corrective documentation.

Responsibilities

Review batch records, test results, and supporting documentation before approving finished products for release.
Prepare for and lead Nuleaf Naturals through its annual cGMP and CDPHE inspections.
Approve or reject incoming raw materials, packaging, and components against established specifications.
Monitor manufacturing, packaging, storage, and sanitation practices for compliance with GMP requirements and approved procedures.
Maintain the quality management system, including standard operating procedures, specifications, controlled documents, and quality records.
Investigate deviations, nonconformances, and quality complaints; coordinate corrective and preventive actions and verify their effectiveness.
Review proposed changes to materials, equipment, processes, and packaging for quality impact before implementation.
Coordinate third-party laboratory testing, review results, and maintain certificates of analysis (CoAs), sample records, and product traceability.
Conduct internal audits and coordinate external inspections and certification audits, including tracking findings through closure.
Verify completion and effectiveness of cleaning and sanitation activities, equipment calibration, and required quality checks.
Train employees on GMP, quality procedures, and documentation requirements.
Work with High Tide’s Compliance team to implement approved product, label, and packaging requirements.
Maintain quality records supporting applicable regulatory requirements and facility certifications, including cGMP and USDA Organic, as applicable.
Escalate quality issues promptly and work with department leaders to prevent recurrence.