Vantage is a leading supplier of naturally derived specialty ingredients and formulations that cater to the evolving needs of industrial and consumer markets. Through our chemistries, our customer focus and our global footprint, we are ENABLING TOMORROW’S SOLUTIONS TODAY.

As a company on the move, you’ll be working as part of a collaborative team and getting to know the cultural diversity of our world. We learn from each other to constantly improve, adapt and iterate. We value the voice and talent of our colleagues by empowering them to drive their unique ideas to completion. We’re convinced that exceptionally motivated employees produce outstanding results. Most importantly, we know you’re going to like it here. For more information visit: www.vantagegrp.com (http://www.vantagegrp.como) or LinkedIn/vantage

POSITION SCOPE

Be part of the Quality Team on site, meeting quality assurance requirements within the business responding to customer requests for documentation and questionnaires, reviewing and approving QC data and COAs, providing labels, developing and maintaining documents, facilitating RCA & CAPA closure, complaint closures, and quality systems improvements. Work will be carried out in a timely way, within the framework of the Quality System ISO 9001 and cGMP framework. Ensure any issues are communicated to the various functions at the site, and ensure prompt and correct information is provided to our customers. Work with the QA team members to prioritize and share responsibilities, providing cross-training as appropriate.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Answer customer questionnaires, review supplier quality agreements, and provide quality statements in a timely manner with good record keeping within the CRM.

• Be an active Quality System team member participating in timely CAPA closure and complaint investigation and resolution by supporting cross functional work and high standards of completion.

• Review lab data, provide COA updates, write quality statements, analyze and present data, and perform other quality responsibilities as required.

• Work with all departments as a technical writer in updating all documentation including procedures, work instructions, and forms to meet the requirements of ISO 9001.

• Audit as a member of the site internal audit team to maintain ISO 9001 and other certifications and meet cGMP requirements. Write audit reports and track internal audits for the site. Ensure the appropriate functional owner responds to findings with RCA and planned CAPAs, that actions are closed in a timely manner, and that you verify effectiveness.

• Participate in external audits, ensuring timely completion of any CAPA responses to non-conformances.

• Utilize the CRM and ERP LIMS systems for data entry, review, and communications, and contribute to maintenance of the IT systems related to Quality.

• Contribute to reviews and approvals of specifications, as well as data review to verify that materials meet specifications.

• Work with the QC laboratory and other functions to ensure quality, improve processes, and ship products to our customers.

Note: The duties listed above are not all inclusive and may be subject to periodic updating or revision.

The Ideal Candidate

Desired Background

Bachelor’s degree in quality management, chemistry, or related field, and a minimum of 5 years of relevant QA experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Talents

More specifically, we would seek the following attributes and competencies for the position:

• Quality Management Systems literate i.e. ISO 9001, cGMPs, MoCRA, etc.

• Possess experience communicating positively with customers, suppliers, and cross functionally, and the ability to work well with others.

• Excellent technical writing skills based on good listening, understanding and working across functions.

• Good organization and documentation skills.

• Computer competence to include email, LIMS, CRM, ERP, MS Office, and SharePoint.

Vantage is a leading supplier of naturally derived specialty ingredients and formulations that cater to the evolving needs of industrial and consumer markets. Through our chemistries, our customer focus and our global footprint, we are Enabling Tomorrow's Solutions Today.

As a company on the move, you’ll be working as part of a collaborative team and getting to know the cultural diversity of our world. We learn from each other to constantly improve, adapt and iterate. We value the voice and talent of our colleagues by empowering them to drive their unique ideas to completion. We’re convinced that exceptionally motivated employees produce outstanding results. Most importantly, we know you’re going to like it here.