Quality Compliance Team Leader

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country
Job Number #171956 - Topeka, Kansas, United States

Who We Are

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 in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
 

 

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring our Topeka manufacturing site adheres to the highest standards of quality and regulatory compliance. By leading the development and monitoring of site quality systems, you will influence the implementation of global standards and governmental regulations, including FSMA and HACCP. You will own the site’s audit readiness and drive a culture of continuous improvement to safeguard product integrity and consumer trust.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Program Management: Lead the implementation and maintenance of documentation systems to ensure 100% compliance with cGMP, FSMA, and Hill’s Global Quality Standards.
• Audit & CAPA Leadership: Manage the internal audit program and facilitate the timely resolution of all internal and external audit findings through a robust Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) process.
• Regulatory readiness - FDA, USDA, SQF, KDA, audits 
• Product Release Oversight: Supervise the product release process, ensuring all production documentation meets finished product criteria and HACCP principles prior to distribution.
• Continuous Improvement: Spearhead the site’s Management of Change (eMOC) and calibration programs to mitigate quality risks during operational transitions.
• Consumer Advocacy: Lead investigations into customer complaints, identifying root causes to drive proactive improvements at the site level.
• Team Development: Direct and coach a team of Quality professionals, fostering a high-performance environment through clear goal setting and performance appraisals.

 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field (Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, or related scientific discipline).
• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience in a Food, Drug, or GMP-regulated environment.
• At least 3 years of experience in a Quality-specific role (QA/QC)
• Minimum 3 years of proven supervisory/people leadership experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of FDA regulations (113, 507 CFR) and experience managing/responding to regulatory inspections. (e.i. USDA, SQF)
• Proficiency in using enterprise systems (e.g., SAP) for data management and reporting.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified in HACCP, Food Defense, or as a Quality Auditor.
• Prior experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry.
• Strong ability to influence organizational change and communicate complex technical frameworks to diverse stakeholders.
• Advanced problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset for decision-making.(e.g. Looker Studio, Domo, etc)
• Excellent communication skills with a focus on collaborative problem-solving

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $96,800.00 - $121,000.00 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: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including 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 requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives  to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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