Director, Food Safety & Quality Assurance

Overview

At Maev, we believe dogs deserve a seat at the table. Or at the very least, nutrient-dense food that's human-grade.

That's why we're relentless in our pursuit of better, faster, and smarter. As the first and only Human-Grade Raw Food for Dogs, Maev has been rooted in innovation since day one. We're a brand built on the belief that "good" is never enough. That "normal" or "traditional" doesn't always mean "optimal." And that it's better to live in possibility. For us, "impossible" is just a limiting belief.

We're obsessed with radically improving the lives of dogs and dog parents everywhere.

With over 90 million dogs in the US, strong industry CAGR, an increased focus on nutrition, and traditional kibble losing market share due to lack of brand loyalty and poor quality, Maev is incredibly well-positioned to combine these strong industry tailwinds with a brand anchored in quality, transparency, and emotional connection.

As of 2023, Maev is the #1 fastest growing, most disruptive brand in the hyper-competitive category of Pet - and the 38th fastest growing private company in America.

Our team is made up of thought leaders, risk-takers, tastemakers, disruptors, creatives, critical thinkers, and, occasionally, dog people. We attract top tier talent from the most successful, differentiated, fastest growing, and most innovative brands and organizations in the world. We win awards, we're ambitious, and we're on the map. We built this thing from scratch. (And we're just getting started.)

Join us.

Role

Maev is seeking an analytical, organized and thoughtful leader to join our team as the Director, Food Safety and Quality Assurance. The ideal candidate has extensive experience developing and implementing FSQA programs, managing microbiological risk assessments, and is an effective Project Manager & communicator. You are comfortable asking questions and are an initiative taker.

This role is pivotal to our growth and success, demanding both strategic vision and hands-on execution. As a member of the Supply Chain Leadership team, you will be responsible for all food safety and quality programs. You'll ensure our products always adhere to regulatory requirements and brand standards, from material sourcing to production to the final product.

The Director, Food Safety and Quality Assurance will report to the CEO, Katie Spies.

Responsibilities

Strategy and Leadership :

• Design best in class quality systems across the supply chain, from raw ingredients to finished goods, ensuring product safety and consistency
• Develop and manage a quality complaints tracker, and any other data analytics used in best in class quality systems programs.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, regulatory changes, and food safety technologies to enhance current processes.
• Establish and manage supplier and co-manufacturer quality assurance programs, including audits, performance metrics, and corrective actions.
• Develop and lead protocols for product recalls, withdrawals, and other emergency situations related to food safety or quality.

Tactical Execution :

Team :

Experience