QUALITY & COMPLIANCE

Quality Built In. Compliance Proven.

At Nutritional Resources Inc., quality is designed into every step—from raw material intake to finished goods release. Our systems are built to protect your program, your brand, and your customers through consistent manufacturing, disciplined documentation, and audit-ready controls.

Certifications & Standards

  • SQF Certified

    Audited by SAI Global under GFSI-benchmarked standards. Demonstrates commitment to food safety and quality management at the highest recognized level.

  • GMP Manufacturer

    Current Good Manufacturing Practices maintained across our Georgia facility. Covers personnel, equipment, processes, and documentation.

  • Kosher Approved

    Certified OU and OU-D Kosher. Products manufactured under rabbinical supervision with ingredient and process compliance verified.

  • FDA Registered Facility

    Registered with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Subject to FDA inspection and compliant with federal food safety regulations.

  • SMETA Aligned

    Aligned with Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit standards. Covers labor practices, health and safety, environment, and ethical supply chain management.

  • HACCP Program

    Dedicated HACCP coordinator manages our Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points program. Systematic prevention of biological, chemical, and physical hazards.

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Built-In Testing. Every Batch.

Our on-site laboratories provide comprehensive testing capabilities across every production run, eliminating reliance on external labs for routine quality checks.

Microbiology Lab — Pathogen testing, total plate count, yeast and mold analysis, and environmental monitoring to ensure product safety throughout the facility.

Quality Lab — Nutritional analysis, moisture testing, pH measurement, water activity testing, label claim verification, and stability testing to confirm every batch meets specification.

IR Testing — Ingredient identity confirmation and raw material verification using infrared spectroscopy before any material enters production.

Quality Personnel

  • Two Full-Time Food Scientists

    Formulation development and optimization. Ingredient interaction and compatibility analysis. Shelf-life guidance and stability protocols. Technical troubleshooting and problem resolution across product categories.

  • SQF Practitioner & HACCP Coordinator

    Food safety program management and oversight. Critical control point monitoring and verification. Corrective action procedures and root cause analysis. Documentation management and audit preparation.

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Five-Stage Quality Assurance

1. Raw Material Verification
Supplier COA review, identity testing via IR spectroscopy, allergen verification, and hold-release protocols. No material enters production without confirmed identity and specification compliance.

2. In-Process Monitoring
Blend uniformity checks, weight and fill accuracy verification, environmental controls monitoring, and line clearance procedures between production runs.

3. Finished Goods Testing
Nutritional panel verification against label claims, microbiological testing, packaging integrity inspection, and organoleptic evaluation for taste, color, and texture.

4. Documentation & Traceability
Lot-level batch records, certificate of analysis generation, traceability matrices linking raw materials to finished goods, and audit-ready filing systems.

5. Continuous Improvement
Trend analysis across production data, corrective action tracking and resolution, supplier performance review, and scheduled internal audits to identify improvement opportunities.

Traceability & Controls

  • Lot-Level Traceability

    Forward and backward traceability from raw materials through production, packaging, and distribution. Full chain of custody for every lot produced.

  • Controlled Storage

    Temperature and humidity controlled warehouse environments. Segregated allergen storage areas to prevent cross-contamination throughout the supply chain.

  • Sanitation Programs

    Scheduled sanitation protocols for all production areas. ATP monitoring for surface cleanliness verification. Environmental swabbing programs for pathogen surveillance.

  • Preventative Maintenance

    Equipment calibration schedules, planned preventative maintenance programs, and ongoing performance monitoring to ensure consistent production output.

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What Partners Receive

Standard Documentation Package

COAs for every production lot. Product specifications with full nutrition panels. Allergen statements and cross-contamination protocols. Kosher certificates where applicable. SQF and GMP certificates. Lot traceability reports. Shelf-life and storage guidance. Regulatory support for label claims.

Custom Documentation Available

Third-party test reports. Heavy metals and contaminant testing. Prop 65 compliance documentation. Nutritional claim substantiation.

Questions About Quality or Compliance?

Our quality team is available to answer specific questions about certifications, testing protocols, or documentation requirements for your procurement process.

Contact Quality Team