Regional Quality and Food Safety Manager (Ag Services - ADM facility)

This is an exempt position located at any Ag Services - ADM U.S. facility.

About the role

The Regional Manager, Quality & Food Safety is responsible for a unified approach for quality, food safety, and standard processes throughout ADM Ag Services. This position provides support for standardizing processes and procedures, identifying and implementing QFS best practices, conducting risk assessments, standardizing food safety plans, supporting internal audits, coordinating action plans for continuous improvements, developing QFS training, and collaborating across all levels and functions within the business. The ideal candidate must convey extensive experience in the agricultural and/or food processing industries and demonstrate a proven track record of driving positive change.

Responsibilities

• Supports implementation of a global Quality Management System to drive improved performance and efficiencies.
• Evaluates the QFS programs and procedures of Ag Services, identifying how to effectively standardize and integrate the QFS team, programs, and procedures across the organization.
• Develops criteria and processes for QA verifications to be completed by QFS and Operations.
• Tracks and addresses Quality incident escalations and escalates to the Global Quality Leader as necessary.
• Provides assistance in setting goals and KPIs for Commercial, Food Safety/Quality, and Operations for continuous improvement and data-driven decision making.
• Provides oversight and engages with Transportation/Ag Services facilities in creating procedures and policies for adherence to all Federal, State, and Local laws as well as customer and 3rd party audit certifications.
• Oversees usage of and provides support for information technology systems (e.g., Policy Tech, APeCS).
• Responsible for oversight and coordination of internal QFS audits, root cause identifications, and corrective actions that drive continuous improvements.
• Develops a global QFS training program for the locations.
• Fosters a strong QFS culture that supports teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Travel up to 50%, may require consecutive weeks of travel as projects/circumstances arise.

Requirements

• Four-year degree or equivalent in an agricultural-related field.
• More than 10 years of experience in agricultural or food processing industries.
• Knowledge of FDA and USDA (grain handling) regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly proficient using Microsoft 365 platform applications (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, Notes).
• Power BI experience is a plus.

Desired Experience

• Self-motivated and organized; record of driving change and building internal and external relationships.
• Willing to provide guidance and advice that may not be popular.
• Ability to make decisions based on available information and data.
• Ability to work as a team member and provide training.
• Ability to think strategically and proactively to contribute to the development of the organization.
• Ability to motivate staff and establish positive relationships across all levels of the organization.

Additional Information

Employees in this position may be exposed to various potential chemical and food allergens due to the nature of our business and the requirements of the job. Relocation assistance is available with this position.

Pay

The pay range for this position is expected to be between $92,800.00 and $174,800.00. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits

• Physical wellness: medical/Rx, dental, vision, and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness: flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training, and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations.

Incentive Plan

The total compensation package for this position includes an annual bonus and a long-term incentive plan.