Quality Assurance Manager (Food Distribution Programs)

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage assigned direct reports including quality assurance support staff
• Maintain close rapport with DC operations to identify, solve and prevent problems affecting quality
• Direct product quality surveillance of operations areas with possible periodic facility inspections
• Conduct daily quality audits, data collection and KPI presentations
• Work with the Technicians performing daily tasks for coverage on the floor and consistent on the floor training and coaching
• Perform weekly / monthly audits of food safety at the facility and develop corrective actions, including following up with different departments to verify work complete
• Assist in ensuring compliance with federal, state/ provincial, and local food safety regulations, as well as company policies
• Develop SOP's and training programs based on SOP's
• Develop weekly/daily reports on KPI's of Food Safety, Safety, and training which is communicated interdepartmentally
• Work on special projects including but not limited to our EMP, Shelf Life, quality specifications and product sampling

Requirements

• Bachelor's in food science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology, or related field preferred
• 4+ years of experience in quality assurance
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• HACCP, CQI; GFSI scheme practitioner, or equivalent certification preferred
• Internal Auditor (ISO 22000/ FSSC 22000/ PrimusGFS)

Benefits

• Competitive base compensation plus bonus potential
• Full Benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision effective on the first day of employment
• 401(k) with Employer Match (quarterly enrollment)
• Paid Holidays (no waiting period to receive holiday pay)
• Paid vacation, personal, and sick days effective on first day of employment