Quality & Regulatory Specialist

Remote

Full Time

Entry Level

OVERVIEW

Antelope is seeking a Quality & Regulatory Specialist to join our Operations team and help ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. This is a high-impact role with meaningful ownership from day one, offering the opportunity to lead investigations, manage regulatory compliance, and partner cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement across our growing portfolio of premium pet brands.

You'll work closely with our Head of Quality & Regulatory while serving as a key partner to Operations, Manufacturing, R&D, Customer Service, and supplier partners. As you build expertise and demonstrate leadership, this role offers a clear path toward a Senior Coordinator, Regulatory Affairs, or Quality Manager position.

If you're energized by solving problems, improving systems, and ensuring products meet the highest quality standards, we'd love to meet you.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Quality Investigations & CAPA

Lead investigations into customer complaints, product defects, deviations, and non-conformances.
Conduct root cause analyses and drive timely corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
Partner with suppliers and co-manufacturers to manage Corrective Action Requests (CARs) through resolution.

Regulatory Compliance

Own state product registrations, renewals, and regulatory submissions across all applicable states.
Serve as Antelope's primary contact with state regulatory agencies.
Maintain regulatory compliance with FDA, AAFCO, NASC, and other applicable regulations.

Quality Systems & Continuous Improvement

Maintain quality documentation, SOPs, and compliance records.
Monitor quality trends and non-conformance data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Support development and enhancement of quality management systems and processes.

Audit Readiness

Prepare documentation for internal, customer, supplier, and regulatory audits.
Help ensure the organization maintains continuous audit readiness.

Cross-Functional Partnership

Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, R&D, Customer Service, and external manufacturing partners to resolve quality issues.
Support new product launches by ensuring quality and regulatory requirements are met.
Help strengthen supplier quality and compliance programs.

Operational Excellence

Prioritize multiple investigations, compliance deadlines, and regulatory activities simultaneously.
Build scalable processes that improve efficiency while maintaining compliance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology, Animal Science, or another related scientific discipline.
1 to 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Regulatory Affairs, Food Safety, or Compliance.
Experience within pet food, food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, consumer packaged goods, dietary supplements, or another regulated manufacturing industry.
Strong investigation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Exceptional organization and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while collaborating across teams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Preferred

Experience in the pet food or animal nutrition industry.
Working knowledge of FDA, AAFCO, NASC, and FSVP regulations.
Experience with CAPA systems, complaint handling, supplier quality, or quality management systems (QMS).
HACCP certification or willingness to obtain.
PCQI, ASQ Auditor, CQE, or related quality certifications.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ROLE

Own meaningful work that directly impacts product quality and regulatory compliance across our growing portfolio of premium pet brands.
Build expertise in quality systems, regulatory affairs, supplier quality, and food safety while partnering with experienced leaders.
Work cross-functionally with Operations, Manufacturing, R&D, Customer Service, and external partners.
Help shape scalable quality processes as Antelope continues to grow through acquisition and innovation.
Develop a strong foundation in quality and regulatory that will support your long-term career growth.

WHAT WE OFFER

Connected remote-first culture with a highly engaged distributed workforce
Flexible PTO
Competitive compensation
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) employer match
Professional Development & Learning Programs
Home Office Stipend
Parental leave, including "pawternity"
Discounted Antelope products
Discounted pet insurance

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