Quality Control Associate

Verdure Sciences is a supplier of plant-based botanical ingredients focused on intrinsic synergies and clinically backed health applications. Through agricultural, production, and research platforms, Verdure brings modern innovation to traditional botanicals. The company emphasizes ingredient solutions validated by rigorous scientific research and traceable initiatives for multiple markets including dietary supplements, personal care products, animal nutrition, food and beverage.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control (QC) Associate to join the Quality team at Verdure Sciences. Under the supervision of the Director of Quality, the QC Associate ensures compliance with cGMP and company policies, procedures, and specifications.

This role plays a key role in ensuring that our clinically researched botanical ingredients meet established specifications, regulatory requirements, and customer quality standards through sampling, managing testing, documentation, and data review in compliance with cGMP and applicable regulatory guidelines.

Testing and data review

• Prepare samples and coordinate testing at contract laboratories based on customer specifications and QC testing plans.
• Review physical, chemical and microbiological test results obtained from contract laboratories for accuracy and compliance.
• Support batch release activities based on test results including creation of Certificate of Analysis and label verification.
• Support stability testing programs and retain sample management.
• Support in-house testing as needed.

Documentation support

• Communicate with suppliers as required to obtain timely and accurate technical documentation (e.g., specifications, COAs) required for batch release.
• Maintain quality records to ensure traceability and efficient retrieval for audits and customer inquiries.
• Assist in maintaining and updating SOPs, specifications, and testing methods.

Investigations & Quality Events

• Participate in investigations related to customer complaints, CAPAs (Corrective and Preventive Actions), VCARs (Vendor Corrective Action Requests), and non-conformances.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality Control, R&D, and Supply Chain to collect data, perform root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions.
• Support internal and external audits (e.g., NSF, USP, Organic, Non-GMO), including preparation of documentation and on-site support.
• Ensure appropriate storage, issuance, and destruction of retained samples.
• Perform data trending and analysis of testing results to identify efficiencies, assess variability, and support continuous improvement of testing programs.
• Support qualification, performance monitoring, and requalification of third-party laboratories, including documentation review and audit support, as required
• Stay up to date with industry regulations and best practices related to botanical ingredients and dietary supplements.

• Bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Biology, Food Science).
• Three to five years of experience in Quality Control, preferably in the nutraceutical, food, or pharmaceutical industries.
• Experience with common analytical and microbiological test methods.
• Strong understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and relevant quality systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Familiarity with dietary supplement or botanical extract regulations (e.g., FDA 21 CFR Part 111).
• Experience with electronic document control systems (e.g., SharePoint, Track Wise, Veeva).
• Prior experience working in an analytical or biological lab or managing third-party lab testing.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (0–10%).

• Full time in-office role (Noblesville, IN) (M-F 8:30am – 5:30pm) modern collaborative working space with sit/stand desks, onsite walking path, pollinator and native garden spaces. Potential opportunities to attend industry conferences.