# Quality Analyst - Manager (Multiple Positions)

> David Protein · New York, United States · — · Posted 2026-01-27

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Supply Chain

## Description

**Company**:  
David creates tools to increase muscle and decrease fat. Our first product is a protein bar. More broadly, David is a platform to develop high-protein, low-calorie, blood-sugar-friendly foods that are craveable.

This is a rare opportunity to join a breakout food brand at a pivotal stage of growth. Led by CEO Peter Rahal, Cofounder and Former CEO of RXBAR, David is working to become the leading consumer food brand focused on high-protein foods in North America and beyond.

**The Opportunity:**

We are always looking to connect with talented Quality, Regulatory, and Food Safety professionals across levels - from early-career Analysts to experienced Managers - who are excited to help build and scale best-in-class quality and compliance systems.

These roles sit at the intersection of supplier quality, regulatory compliance, food safety programs, traceability, and operational execution. You’ll work closely with R&D, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Operations to ensure David’s products meet internal standards and global regulatory requirements as the business grows.

**Roles & Responsibilities:**

Depending on level and experience, responsibilities may include:

**Supplier Quality & Management**

-   Qualify, onboard, audit, and approve ingredient suppliers, co-manufacturers, and 3PLs
-   Manage supplier approval status, requalification cycles, and ongoing compliance
-   Conduct domestic and international supplier audits and manage CAPAs
-   Own or support supplier scorecards, performance metrics, and non-conformance management

**Food Safety, Traceability & Recall**

-   Support or own food safety plans and prerequisite programs
-   Manage ingredient-level traceability from raw materials through finished goods
-   Support or lead mock recalls and real recall events
-   Ensure audit-ready documentation across suppliers, co-manufacturers, and warehouses

**Regulatory Compliance & Labeling**

-   Review ingredients, formulations, and supplier documentation for regulatory compliance
-   Prepare and maintain regulatory documentation (FDA, FSMA, GFSI, Prop 65, international requirements)
-   Review and approve labels, Nutrition Facts Panels (NFPs), ingredient statements, and claims
-   Support regulatory requirements for new product launches and product changes

**Systems & Documentation**

-   Maintain and improve SOPs, specifications, and training materials
-   Manage supplier documentation, COAs, and specifications  
    Support or lead implementation and optimization of systems such as TraceGains
-   Improve data integrity, visibility, and reporting across quality and supply chain systems

## Requirements

Required:

-   Background in Food Science, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Food Safety, or related field

-   Experience in food, beverage, or CPG quality, regulatory, supplier quality, or food safety
-   Working knowledge of food safety and regulatory frameworks (FDA, FSMA, GFSI, HACCP, Prop 65)
-   Strong organizational skills with a high bar for documentation and follow-through
-   Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, scaling environment

Preferred:

-   Experience with supplier audits, CAPAs, and recall execution
-   Familiarity with TraceGains or similar supplier management systems
-   PCQI, HACCP, or GFSI experience  
    Experience working directly with co-manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, and 3PLs  
    Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed

## Benefits

-   This is a full-time, in-office role based in New York City. We work onsite five days a week — when the culture fits, it is fun to be in the office together. 
-   Salary: $90 - $145K per year, inclusive of cash bonus based on attainment of company targets. 
-   Company equity opportunity on top of cash compensation.
-   100% covered Health, Vision, Dental Insurance.
-   401(k) with 4% match.
-   Additional perks, such as covered gym expenses
-   Substantial and required PTO.
-   This role requires travel for domestic and international supplier audits

## Apply

[Apply at David Protein](https://apply.workable.com/david-protein/j/7BFED61FEC/apply)

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