Quality Assurance Supervisor - Ascent

Within our Denver corporate headquarters, we are seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor to enhance our organization’s commitment to producing and delivering outstanding nutritional products. Ascent launched in 2016 with the mission to naturally improve athletic performance and in the last 5 years, Ascent has grown to be a best-in-class sports nutrition brand known for their clean products and partnerships with top athletes. As The Official Sponsor of Hard Work®, Ascent is looking to grow their marketing team to deliver smart and efficient marketing across their social & email platforms. Ascent is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leprino Foods Company, the world’s largest producer of mozzarella cheese.

At Leprino Foods, starting compensation for this role typically ranges between $84,700 and $101,500. This position has an annual target bonus of 10%.

• Build and implement quality policies, specifications, and testing protocols for ingredients, packaging, and finished products.
• Lead the management and maintenance of product certifications, such as Gluten-Free and Banned Substances.
• Address customer complaints by leading investigations, identifying root causes, and implementing preventive actions.
• Collaborate with vendors and plant teams to resolve ingredient or packaging nonconformance issues quickly and effectively.
• Ensure system release of materials and finished products upon receipt of Certificates of Analysis.
• Review and approve vendor documentation via TraceGains , including allergen assessments and regulatory compliance, to maintain high standards of supplier assurance.
• Support vendor audits, recommend approvals, and monitor ongoing performance to ensure compliance with established expectations.
• Partner with co-manufacturers to troubleshoot plant quality deficiencies and recommend solutions to prevent recurring issues.
• Lead training and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality processes and prevent problems before they happen.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to ensure alignment with departmental and organizational goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve problems and support strategic initiatives effectively.

You Have At Least (Required Qualifications):

• A bachelor’s degree in food science or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in food manufacturing, product development, or quality assurance within the dairy industry with a bachelor’s degree, or 3+ years with a master’s degree.
• Experience in a moderately complex laboratory or food production environment.
• The ability to work a weekly 3/2 (office/home) hybrid schedule.
• The ability to travel up to 30%.

We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience with SAP
• Experience with food preparation and food safety

Leprino Foods & Ascent Protein celebrates and supports diversity. We believe in equal opportunity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion,