Program Manager, Quality Specification

Responsibilities Lead the development, maintenance, and optimization of food and nutraceutical product specifications across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods. Integrate regulatory, customer, supply chain, risk assessment, and internal capability inputs to ensure accurate and compliant specifications. Establish and manage specification maintenance and distribution programs to ensure stakeholders have access to current documentation. Collaborate cross‑functionally to incorporate learnings from non‑conformances, testing failures, and customer complaints into specifications. Support international specifications by integrating global regulatory requirements. Drive continuous improvement and digital transformation initiatives related to specification management. Qualifications Five or more years of quality assurance experience, including direct experience developing food specifications. Background in food manufacturing or dietary supplement quality assurance, with CPG experience preferred. Strong knowledge of food safety hazards, regulatory requirements, and quality systems for U.S. and international markets. Proven ability to manage programs, integrate complex information, and influence cross‑functional teams. Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills with strong attention to detail. Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related discipline required. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Paid holidays and vacation. Tuition assistance and 401(k) with company match. Hybrid work environment within a growing global ingredient manufacturer. Expected Pay Range: $85K–$95K, exempt bonus subject to performance metrics. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and technical skills required of personnel so classified. Equal Opportunity Employer The Van Drunen Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr