Quality Compliance Specialist 1st Shift

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Job Number: #171042 –
Tonganoxie, Kansas, United States

Colgate‑Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries, specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand worldwide and we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals.

As a Quality Compliance Specialist you will support the site in meeting regulatory requirements and quality standards by aiding in the implementation of Food Safety, HACCP, GMPs, product registration and FSMA standards. You will manage internal audit findings, document and communicate the status of CAPA/Non‑conformances/FIR programs, ensure product holds are accurate and closed, guarantee formula integrity through daily batching record reviews, and assist with document creation, review and operational record review.

• Track and execute adherence to Hill’s/Colgate Quality Standards and Hill’s Food safety.
• Manage safety programs, including tracking closure of FAP items and maintaining a documentation system with metrics for compliance with cGMPs/FSMA requirements.
• Document and track progress of the plant quality internal audit program, including KPI communication and forward action plan tracking.
• Own and monitor the hold program and assist in tracking execution of CAPA/FIRs to meet standards and communicate results to site teams.
• Communicate follow‑up actions and closing verification in compliance with quality standards and applicable regulations for all internal and external audit findings and CAPA program.
• Track and communicate site KPIs of forward action plans for internal and external audit findings.
• Update regulatory documentation to support product registration and plant compliance, working with procurement and regulatory teams.
• Support documentation specialists to ensure all documents related to production are reviewed for finished product release criteria, HACCP and cGMPs compliance prior to release and are properly controlled for audit readiness.
• Perform batching record review.
• Conduct training for site team on standards and compliance activities.
• Assist with other support activities as required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Food Science, Engineering, or a related discipline with 1+ years functional quality experience.
• Working knowledge of business process systems such as Microsoft Office and Google Productivity Suite.
• Ability to work irregular shifts, including nights, weekends, or holidays, supporting startup as needed or required.
• Working knowledge of GMPs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• 1+ years of experience in a quality‑related field.
• 1+ years manufacturing environment or prior internship experience.
• Working knowledge of Food Safety and FDA regulations.
• HACCP Certification.
• Certified Auditor.
• SAP experience.
• Experience using SPC, Minitab, or other statistical tools.

• Merit increase each year based on performance.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Great culture and work environment at a climate‑controlled facility.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee and eligible dependents – start on Day 1.
• Basic life insurance for you and eligible dependents at no cost.
• Three weeks paid vacation.
• 40 hours of PTO.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Saving and investment plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance – up to $10,000 per year.
• Employee assistance program.
• Access to discounted company products.

Salary Range: $56,000.00 – $77,500.00 USD. Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit‑sharing, and long‑term incentives for executive‑level roles.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility…