Quality Assurance Manager (cGMP)

Quality Assurance Manager TITLE: Quality Assurance Manager (cGMP) LOCATION: Portland, OR (On-Site) PAY: Target pay for this role is $75,000–$95,000 per year but may vary based on experience ENGAGEMENT TYPE: Direct Hire

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Our client is a Portland-based aromatics manufacturer looking for a Quality Assurance Manager to take full ownership of their quality systems, compliance, and documentation across all internal and external operations. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role where you'll be the primary driver of quality culture at a growing company — working directly alongside senior leadership to shape standards and KPIs across every department. Responsibilities include: Owning and maintaining all QA documentation, records, SOPs, flowcharts, and logs using Safety Chain, Katana, and Google Drive Monitoring and ensuring cGMP compliance across material, manufacturing, packaging, and equipment processes Preparing for and executing compliance inspections and audits Tracking finished goods, quality issues, and rejected/returned products Training and guiding employees on required cGMP operations and daily quality practices Collaborating cross-departmentally to develop and maintain quality standards and KPIs Providing end-of-day operational summaries and reports to senior leadership Serving as the primary QA point of contact for internal departments and leadership

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Experience working in a cGMP-regulated manufacturing environment (aromatics, cosmetics, food & beverage, nutraceuticals, cannabis, or similar preferred) Proficiency managing quality systems, records, SOPs, and documentation — experience with Safety Chain, Katana, or similar QMS/MRP platforms is a plus Proven ability to prepare for and execute compliance audits and inspections Strong cross-departmental communicator who can influence quality standards without direct authority Comfortable operating as the sole QA leader in a smaller, fast-paced environment Detail-oriented, process-driven, and proactive about continuous improvement Authorization to work in the US is a precondition of employment — we do not sponsor work visas. Please NO Third-Party Applicants.

ABOUT OUR CLIENT

Our client is a growing Portland-based aromatics manufacturer with a strong commitment to quality, compliance, and an exceptional employee experience. This is a company that genuinely invests in its people — offering an outstanding benefits and perks package that goes well above and beyond the norm. Details shared with qualified candidates. ProFocus is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our workplace and encourage all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr ProFocus Technology