Incoming Quality Assurance (IQA) Laboratory Front Line Lead - Casa Grande, AZ
Core
Lead Incoming Quality Assurance (IQA) operations to verify raw materials, components, and packaging meet quality standards before production.
Role type
Front-line lead / Supervisor
Builds
Incoming material inspections and quality verification activities
Domain
Healthcare manufacturing (nutrition)
Required skills
team leadership, operational management, regulatory compliance, supplier liaison, continuous improvement, quality investigations
Preferred skills
engineering degree, FDA-regulated environment experience, quality management systems, audits, CAPA processes
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a team responsible for incoming material inspections and quality verification activities; Manage daily department operations including staffing, scheduling, training, safety, receiving inspections, returns processing, and equipment maintenance; Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, quality systems, and company standards; Partner closely with Production, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations teams; Coach, mentor, and develop team members; Monitor department performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives; Support quality investigations, corrective actions, and audit activities; Maintain a safe, efficient, and compliant work environment; Serve as a key liaison with suppliers, vendors, and internal stakeholders
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
