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# Quality Assurance Supervisor in a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Environment at Wedgewood Pharmacy

- **Company:** Wedgewood Pharmacy
- **Location:** San Jose, CA
- **Compensation:** $115k
- **Posted:** 2026-08-20
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-09
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wedgewoodpharmacy/jobs/4377223009

## Job description

At Wedgewood Pharmacy, we are dedicated to improving the lives of animals through customized medication and compassionate care. Every role in our organization contributes to helping pets live healthier, happier lives. We are a team driven by purpose, quality, and a shared commitment to animal health.

When will you work?

This is an onsite position, working Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm.

What you’ll do:

- Lead day-to-day Quality Assurance activities within a sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing facility, helping ensure our products consistently meet established standards for safety, identity, strength, quality, and purity. You will combine hands-on quality systems expertise with people leadership to strengthen compliance, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement across the site.
- Approve or reject starting materials, packaging and labeling materials, intermediates, bulk products, and finished products against established specifications.
- Perform, review, and approve quality investigations, ensuring appropriate root cause analysis, corrective actions, and product disposition.
- Review and approve protocols and executed reports supporting commissioning, maintenance, and validation of facilities, processes, and equipment.
- Ensure initial and continuing training requirements are completed and adapted based on team and business needs.
- Create, revise, and approve controlled documents and process changes.
- Compile and report monthly quality-system metrics, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Participate in internal audits and risk assessments; monitor relevant industry trends and recommend improvements.
- Lead and mentor a team of QA Technicians, setting clear expectations and ensuring department goals and deadlines are met.
- Build a positive, accountable work environment through effective communication, coaching, performance management, and team development.
- Partner closely with Quality Control, Validation, and Production on QMS changes, improvements, and routine cGMP activities.
- Identify potential adverse quality issues early and help drive timely, compliant resolution.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support appropriate quality practices across the site.

Who you are:

- A hands-on quality leader who can balance strong compliance standards with coaching, collaboration, and accountability.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with excellent documentation skills and the ability to identify potential adverse quality issues.
- A confident written and verbal communicator with strong presentation skills and the ability to work effectively across departments.
- Knowledgeable in cGMP requirements, state and federal regulations, and quality-system best practices.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and data-entry systems, with the ability to compile, interpret, and clearly communicate quality metrics.

What you’ve done:

- 2-3 years of experience working with state and federal regulations, cGMP guidelines/standards, and industry best practices; experience in a commercial compounding outsourcing or pharmaceutical facility is preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of quality systems, including process/equipment validation, management review, internal audit, CAPA, and document control.
- Demonstrated knowledge of management strategies and their practical application in the workplace, with the ability to lead and mentor QA team members.
- Demonstrated written and oral communication, organization, documentation, and presentation skills.

What’s in it for you:

- A comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and flexible spending accounts, and of course, pet insurance!
- 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company contribution to help you save for the future
- Company Paid Life and disability insurance
- Access to voluntary insurance options
- A generous paid time off program that increases every year
- Tuition reimbursement
- Opportunity for growth - We believe in promoting from within and do so through our internal job posting program!

Pay Range $115,000—$115,000 USD

## Why We Do What We Do

At Wedgewood Pharmacy, your work has purpose. Every prescription you help prepare, support, or deliver contributes to improving the health and well-being of animals. We are passionate about what we do and proud to build a workplace where people feel supported, included, and valued.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Wedgewood Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

## About Wedgewood Pharmacy

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Wedgewood Pharmacy is the largest US provider of compounded veterinary medications, partnering with veterinarians to customize prescriptions for animals of all kinds.
- **Entity Type**: Private (bootstrapped since founding)
- **Headquarters**: Sewell, New Jersey, United States
- **Founded**: 1981
- **Founders**: George Malmberg and Lucy Malmberg

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Veterinary compounding pharmacy / Animal health
- **Target customers**: B2B – primarily veterinarians and veterinary practices; also serves zoos, aquariums, and wildlife organizations
- **Mission or purpose**: Partnering with veterinarians to customize care and improve the lives of animals and those who care for them.

## Products & Services
- **Compounded Veterinary Medications**: Custom-formulated medications (sterile and non-sterile) for companion animals, equine, exotic pets, and wildlife – formulary of over 46,000 medications. [wedgewood.com/about/our-story/](https://www.wedgewood.com/about/our-story/)
- **Blue Rabbit**: A PIMS-integrated online pharmacy platform that allows vets to prescribe both compounded and commercial medications, diets, and supplements with fast delivery. [wedgewood.com/newsroom/wedgewood-introduces-blue-rabbit...](https://www.wedgewood.com/newsroom/wedgewood-introduces-blue-rabbit-the-next-generation-online-veterinary-pharmacy-solution/)
- **Wedgewood Connect**: An FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility for larger-volume sterile compounding. [wedgewood.com/about/our-story/](https://www.wedgewood.com/about/our-story/)
- **Proprietary Formulations**: Gourmeds®, TinyTabs®, and Twist-a-Dose® – pet-friendly medication forms. [wedgewood.com/about/our-story/](https://www.wedgewood.com/about/our-story/)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Serves over 70,000 veterinarians and one million animals yearly. [wedgewood.com/about/our-story/](https://www.wedgewood.com/about/our-story/)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external investors publicly reported; key partners include AAHA (American Animal Hospital Association) Preferred Business Provider network. [wedgewood.com/about/our-story/](https://www.wedgewood.com/about/our-story/)
- **Growth Signals**: Merged with Diamondback Drugs in 2024; acquired Front Range Laboratories and merged with Blue Rabbit, Brava, Wickliffe, and Precision Pharmacy; launched compounded Molnupiravir for Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) in 2024. [wedgewood.com/newsroom/](https://www.wedgewood.com/newsroom/wedgewood-launches-compounded-molnupiravir-for-the-treatment-of-feline-infectious-peritonitis-fip-/) [wedgewood.com/about/our-story/](https://www.wedgewood.com/about/our-story/)

## Competitive Advantages
- Largest veterinary compounding pharmacy in the US with a 40+ year track record.
- PCAB Accredited® for both sterile and non-sterile compounded medications (first to achieve both).
- Proprietary pet-friendly dosage forms (Gourmeds, TinyTabs, Twist-a-Dose) that improve compliance.
- PIMS-integrated e-prescribing platform (Blue Rabbit) combining compounded and commercial meds in one workflow.
- Recognized by 99% of veterinarians, with 9 out of 10 choosing Wedgewood. [wedgewood.com/](https://www.wedgewood.com/)

## Strategic Focus
- Expanding the Blue Rabbit online pharmacy platform to drive practice efficiency and profitability.
- Growing through strategic acquisitions (e.g., Diamondback Drugs, Precision Equine Pharmacy) to broaden geographic and therapeutic reach.
- Innovating in specialty areas such as feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) treatment and wildlife/ZooPharm solutions.
- Continuously improving the formulary (46,000+ medications) and service quality to maintain veterinarian trust.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-driven**: Directly contribute to improving animal health and supporting veterinary professionals. [wedgewood.com/about/join-our-team/](https://www.wedgewood.com/about/join-our-team/)
- **Culture**: Supportive, collaborative, and fun environment with a strong sense of community and corporate social responsibility. [wedgewood.com/about/join-our-team/](https://www.wedgewood.com/about/join-our-team/)
- **Work flexibility**: Offers remote/hybrid work options, flexible scheduling, and generous paid time off. [wedgewood.com/about/join-our-team/](https://www.wedgewood.com/about/join-our-team/)
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and **pet insurance**; 401(k) with potential bonuses; tuition reimbursement and internal promotion paths. [wedgewood.com/about/join-our-team/](https://www.wedgewood.com/about/join-our-team/)
- **Growth**: Training programs, clear career progression, and opportunities across multiple disciplines (pharmacy, engineering, sales, customer care). [wedgewood.com/about/join-our-team/](https://www.wedgewood.com/about/join-our-team/)
- **Leadership**: Led by CEO Alejandro Bernal (DVM, MS, MBA) and an experienced executive team including Chief Veterinary Officer Zane Zumbahlen, CTO Maria Kraus, and others. [wedgewood.com/about/leadership/](https://www.wedgewood.com/about/leadership/)

## Sources
1. [Wedgewood Pharmacy Official Website](https://www.wedgewood.com/)
2. [Wedgewood Pharmacy - Our Story](https://www.wedgewood.com/about/our-story/)
3. [Wedgewood Pharmacy - Join Our Team](https://www.wedgewood.com/about/join-our-team/)
4. [Wedgewood Pharmacy - Leadership](https://www.wedgewood.com/about/leadership/)
5. [Wedgewood Newsroom - Blue Rabbit Launch](https://www.wedgewood.com/newsroom/wedgewood-introduces-blue-rabbit-the-next-generation-online-veterinary-pharmacy-solution/)
6. [Wedgewood Newsroom - CEO Transition](https://www.wedgewood.com/newsroom/wedgewood-announces-ceo-retirement-and-appointment-of-new-ceo/)
7. [Wedgewood Newsroom - Compounded Molnupiravir for FIP](https://www.wedgewood.com/newsroom/wedgewood-launches-compounded-molnupiravir-for-the-treatment-of-feline-infectious-peritonitis-fip-/)
8. [Wedgewood Newsroom - Precision Equine Pharmacy Integration](https://www.wedgewood.com/newsroom/new-name-same-mission-precision-equine-pharmacy-completes-integration-with-wedgewood/)
9. [Wedgewood Pharmacy LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/wedgewoodpetrx)

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