Quality Expert

Quality Expert

Schenectady, NY

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Your role as Quality Expert is to facilitate and assist the Associate Quality Compliance Manager in the daily oversight of the Quality Compliance department in accordance with applicable regulations, customer specifications, and dsm-firmenich requirements. Schenectady is the largest site and is a focal point of our three premix manufacturing sites where we blend vitamins and nutrients for the North American Region as a food manufacturing site. This role will support and coordinate efforts within the Compliance team to maintain and improve department processes and performance as well as drive enhancements in the quality of the delivered product from the dsm-firmenich Health, Nutrition and Care (HNC) sites for North America. This position will work regularly with all levels of the global organization.

If you are an excellent communicator, persuasive, and able to navigate customers’ wants with what can be provided as well as working with outside entities such as the FDA, please apply now!

Your key responsibilities

Works to support the vision for Quality Compliance in the HNC NA Premix manufacturing sites (Ontario and Schenectady) and Glenville warehouse in partnership with Associate Quality Compliance Manager.
Ensures quality systems meet Federal, State and Corporate requirements for ONT, SCH and GLV. (e.g., CFR 111, 117, 106, FSSC 22000, Management Directives, etc.)
Reports on and maintains quality KPIs and gather data and create reports and other visuals to monitor performance. Escalates deviations from defined KPI targets as appropriate.
Maintains and updates quality management systems. (e.g., cGMP, HACCP, CAPA, FSMA, etc.)
Active participant in site/regional Food Safety, Food Defense and Food Fraud Programs.
Ensures pre-requisite programs meet regulatory and customer requirements. (e.g., EMP, Pest Control, Maintenance, etc.)
Performs and coordinates internal and external quality audits and inspections to satisfy customers and authorities and to generate insight for continuous improvement.
Supports customer audits to ensure accurate information is communicated. Coordinates appropriate follow-ups to ensure timely responses to action items.

We offer

Paid holiday, 18 days PTO + 2 floating holidays
Full healthcare benefits day one – medical, dental, eye, and life insurance.
401K with generous company match

Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty-explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
A chance to impact millions of consumers every day– sustainability embedded in all we do.
A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next
Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
A culture that lifts you up- with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

You bring

Bachelor's Degree preferred (Relevant technical discipline such as chemistry, biology, or other life science. Associate’s degree with equivalent experience may be considered.
Minimum of 4+ years of experience in the Quality field, having exposure to quality systems such as ISO, GFSI, cGMPS, etc.
Minimum of 2+ years of experience with responsibility for quality functions / systems within a food, pharmaceutical, or other ISO regulated manufacturing plant.
Experience with internal/external audits.
Must have SAP experience and Microsoft tools.
Familiar with manufacturing and supply chain concepts, practices, and procedures in a food or pharmaceutical environment.
Sound GMP / ISO 22000, Good Documentation Practices, and regulatory knowledge.
Demonstrated success collaborating and working in a team environment and coordinating multiple resources without direct supervision is required.
Works well under pressure.

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Salary $84,900-$102,765

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement
At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.