Quality Manager-New Ulm, MN.

About the role

We are seeking a dynamic Quality Leader to champion our site's Quality and Food Safety programs and make a lasting impact on customer satisfaction and business performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Quality Plan.
• Promote a strong Quality Culture across the organization.
• Drive excellence in customer satisfaction.
• Ensure systems like QMS, FSSC22000, RSPO, and GMP are in place and maintained.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and standards.
• Train and mentor quality team members.
• Foster a culture of accountability and continuous learning.
• Conduct internal and external audits to assess compliance and identify improvements.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with suppliers to meet quality standards and resolve issues.
• Investigate customer complaints and implement corrective actions to ensure satisfaction.
• Define and maintain product specifications to ensure food safety and quality.
• Prepare and present quality performance reports to senior management.
• Manage CAPEX and OPEX budgets for Quality Control and Assurance.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor of science in food science, food engineering, and / or Chemistry, quality management.
• 5+ years of experience in applicable industry e.g., Food, Ingredient, Chemical Pharma.
• 5+ years experience people leadership, leading diverse and cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in local language to the plant of responsibility and fluency in English required.
• Experience with leading ISO standards (FSSC,9001) and other standards such as Organic, RSPO, Halal and Kosher.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of success in quality management roles.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for quality, food safety, and operational excellence.

Skills

• Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Food Safety Management Systems (FSSC22000).
• Organic, RSPO, Halal, and Kosher standards.
• ISO 9001 certification.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Auditing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Supplier and customer relationship management.
• Product specification development and quality control.
• Project management and budgeting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards package including annual incentive pay, retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs, and a broad range of other benefits.

Pay

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Salary range: $130,000-$150,000.

Schedule

Full-time position.