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Quality Assurance Manager, Food Industry
Quality Assurance Manager, Food IndustryInternational Staffing Consultants • Elk Grove Village, IL, US
Quality Assurance Manager, Food Industry

Quality Assurance Manager, Food Industry

International Staffing Consultants • Elk Grove Village, IL, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Quality Assurance Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quality Assurance Manager to join our team in Elk Grove Village. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead our Quality Assurance and Sanitation functions, ensuring that all products meet strict regulatory standards and customer expectations.

Responsibilities :

  • Lead and oversee food safety, quality, and sanitation performance within the facility.
  • Develop and implement food safety and regulatory programs, including the internal recall program.
  • Serve as the primary contact for food safety and quality with regulatory officials and customers.
  • Guide the facility through customer and regulatory audits, ensuring compliance and managing corrective actions.
  • Act as the HACCP Coordinator, maintaining and reassessing HACCP and PC Plans as necessary.
  • Train and develop QA and sanitation staff to ensure compliance with testing standards.
  • Prepare and manage the annual QA and sanitation budget, setting aggressive targets.
  • Conduct facility audits and report opportunities for quality improvement.
  • Collaborate with customers and suppliers to address performance issues and long-term planning.
  • Implement continuous quality improvement tools and training across the organization.
  • Create comprehensive KPI reports in line with internal and customer requirements.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10+ years of Quality Assurance experience in food manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a management role.
  • Extensive experience with USDA and FDA regulations, as well as HACCP, Preventive Controls, and SSOPs.
  • GFSI certification experience is highly desirable.
  • Proven leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage complex situations and drive results.
  • Proficiency in advanced computer skills and the ability to work in an ambiguous environment.
  • Bi-lingual (Spanish / English) skills are a plus.
  • This role is ideal for a proactive leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to excellence in quality assurance. If you have a passion for food safety and quality, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our mission of delivering superior products to our customers.

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