Quality Manager
Quality Manager
The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in food manufacturing quality systems, hands-on audit experience, and a proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced production environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all aspects of the facility's Food Safety and Quality Management System.
- Ensure compliance with SQF, HACCP, FSMA, GMP, FDA, USDA, and customer requirements.
- Manage internal audits, customer audits, third-party audits, and regulatory inspections.
- Drive corrective and preventive action programs through effective root cause analysis.
- Monitor and analyze quality metrics to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
- Partner with Operations leadership to reduce waste, improve yields, and enhance product quality.
- Oversee environmental monitoring, sanitation verification, and quality testing programs.
- Develop, coach, and mentor quality personnel while fostering a strong food safety culture.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality performance and operational excellence.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, or a related field preferred.
- 4+ years of quality leadership experience within food manufacturing.
- Strong knowledge of SQF, HACCP, GMPs, FSMA, PCQI, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience leading audit programs and interacting with customers and regulatory agencies.
- Proven ability to build teams, influence stakeholders, and drive accountability.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- High-visibility leadership role with direct impact on plant performance.
- Opportunity to shape and strengthen food safety and quality culture.
- Join a growing organization committed to operational excellence.
- Collaborative team environment with strong executive support.
- Competitive compensation package, bonus opportunity, and comprehensive benefits.
If you are a food safety and quality leader looking to take the next step in your career, I'd welcome the opportunity to share additional details. Reach out directly for a confidential discussion!
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