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SpecialistSr. Specialist Quality Manufacturing

Colgate


Job Location:

Topeka, KS - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 97000 - 125000
Posted: 27 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 21 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number#172287 - 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 valuesCaring Inclusive and Courageouswe foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together lets build a brighter healthier future for all.

The Specialist/Sr. Specialist Quality Contract Manufacturing is part of the global program for contract manufacturing and Quality Standards implementation. Focus includes but it is not limited to the following areas:

  • Coordinate the North American Contract Manufacturing (CM) quality program

  • Support CM operations to incorporate and comply with Global CM Quality Standards

  • Work with S&T to ensure the CM specifications for finished goods and raw materials are updated and in

  • compliance with applicable regulation and the Global CM Quality Standards

  • Drive CMs to action continuous improvement activities

  • Manages and coordinates the execution of the Enhanced Supplier Management program for North

  • America (NA) CMs

  • Supports the Quality representative for the CM Technology Transfer process

  • Support Quality Compliance initiatives as required (Quality standards implementation and auditing

  • programs etc.)

Responsibilities

  • Manage the NA region CMs to ensure adherence to Global CM Quality Standards applicable FSMA

  • regulations completion and distribution of the site annual management reports drive continuous

  • improvement and Quality Technical Agreements.

  • Manages the NA region customer complaint investigations. Ensures proper documentation CAPA MoC and failure investigations (including microbiological incidents). Manages and reports KPI results (Non-conformance consumer complaints FG release time Coman mock recalls etc.).

  • For the NA region assures acceptable KRSs are reviewed and approved prior to releasing product fromthe contract manufacturers control as defined and required on Hills specifications and regulatoryrequirements.

  • Ensure all product non-conformances are properly investigated documented and approved by Corporate Quality prior to product release

  • Drives completion of the annual CM risk assessments and coordinates the execution of the audit program in NA.

  • Ensure that ESM KPIs are met and reported to leadership. Provide guidance to maintainCMs audit readiness.

  • Participate in the Global Compliance Program supporting Quality Standards Implementation follow upparticipate in the auditing programs (internal audits supplier audits corporate audits FSMA readinessetc.)

  • Ensure that I&S have all CM formulas and specifications updated in the PDM system.

  • Ensure the NetOps/Procurement/CS&L formally communicates to the CM the updated formulas and specifications.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Food Science Biology Chemistry Engineering or other related field

  • 4 years manufacturing experience in a Food or drug/ cGMP environment

  • 3 years experience in Quality related field
  • Working knowledge of FDA regulations Food Safety or cGMPs

Preferred qualifications

  • Masters of Food Science Biology Chemistry Engineering or other related field

  • Certification in PCQI SQF Practitioner BPCS

  • Certified Auditor

  • Familiar with EU/Brazil/Japan/China food regulations


Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $97000.00 - $125000.00 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 employees 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 peopledeveloping 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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Required Experience:

Senior IC


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