Senior Quality Manager
Our client is a leading distributor and processor of fresh-cut fruits, vegetables, and meal solutions, operating USDA-inspected facilities with a strong commitment to food safety, quality, and innovation. As Senior Quality Manager, you'll lead quality and food safety programs across multiple sites, mentor a growing QA team, and drive continuous improvement. This is a high-impact role with clear growth potential to Director level, ideal for a hands-on leader passionate about developing people and ensuring excellence in fresh food production.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Mentorship
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of QA professionals across production sites.
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and quality excellence.
Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with USDA, FDA, HACCP, and GFSI standards.
- Oversee audits, inspections, and certification processes across all facilities.
- Maintain and enhance food safety programs, including traceability and recall readiness.
Quality Systems & Process Improvement
- Drive implementation and optimization of quality systems and SOPs.
- Analyze quality metrics and lead root cause investigations and CAPAs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product consistency and shelf life.
Customer & Supplier Engagement
- Serve as the quality liaison for key customers and regulatory bodies.
- Oversee supplier quality programs and conduct supplier audits as needed.
Strategic Initiatives
- Support innovation and new product development from a quality perspective.
- Contribute to strategic planning and readiness for future expansion.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field (Master's preferred).
- 8+ years of progressive experience in food quality assurance, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of USDA regulations, HACCP, and GFSI schemes (e.g., SQF, BRC).
- Proven ability to lead and mentor teams in a fast-paced, perishable food environment.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.
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