The Quality Manager develops and maintains Food Safety & Food Quality systems compliant with SQF, FDA and Puratos Group requirements while working with cross-functional operations teams to continuously improve performance while providing the highest quality of food safe products.

Primary Responsibilities

Implement and maintain quality standards and programs and train employees who will be responsible to execute these programs
Assure that quality standards are applied through internal audits and CAPA programs
Monitor and optimize continuous quality systems using trends of non-conformities & CAPAs
Monitor supplier's performance and coordinate supplier audit programs
Manage pest control programs
Manage audits from third parties, customers and FDA inspections
Maintain records in compliance with FDA and SQF requirements
Manage the customer complaint program and ensure timely investigation, response and corrective preventative actions are taken
Establish goals, measure KPIs, assess deviations and initiate actions within the QA scope
Contribute on developing a culture of do it right the first time with a focus on customer centric and continuous improvement
Facilitate alignment with production managers
Develop knowledge of products, ingredients, and processing equipment
Manage the quality team, develop talent and core competencies for the team
Develop and promote a strong food safety culture across the organization

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field (e.g., Quality Control Technology, Microbiology, Food Science)
At least 5 years of quality experience in the Food Industry
Experience with SQF, BRC, GMP is mandatory
Inspection FDA or USDA experience
HACCP, FSMA, and PCQI certified
Proficient in MS Office applications; Excel, Word, PowerPoint; SAP preferred
Excellent written and verbal skills
Experience in a fast paced, flexible environment
Physical Demands: Occasional sitting, climbing/balancing, stooping/twisting, kneeling, squatting, crawling, push/pull, reaching, and gripping; frequent standing, walking; occasionally lift up to 50 lbs; frequently lift/carry up to 25 lbs
Environmental Conditions: occasional working at heights, exposure to hazards, working with machinery, frequently working with uneven ground, excessive noise, extreme temperatures, exposure to dust/fumes

The following common allergens are processed in our facilities: wheat, eggs, dairy, and soy.

Looking for a Career for Good?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package, designed to promote a Happier, Healthier You which includes:

Compensation:

Compensation for this role is salary and will be based on your experience, skills, and location, with a typical salary range between $89,000 - $129,116.
This role is eligible for a targeted annual bonus equal to 10%. Final bonus payouts are determined by both individual and company performance.

Benefits:

Medical coverage starts the first of the month-no waiting period
Immediate 401(k) eligibility with fully vested matching contributions
Over 5 weeks of paid time off in your first year
Free life coaching, onsite health exams, and 24/7 access to Registered Nurses
Lifestyle Spending Account

If you are a solution oriented and analytical thinker with a passion for leading and inspiring people, we invite you to experience the magic of being yourself and join us for a career for good.

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