Job Description
Strategic Leadership :
- Develop and implement a comprehensive quality assurance strategy aligned with organizational goals.
- Provide strategic direction for the QA team, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
Process Optimization :
Establish and maintain robust quality control processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.Continuously evaluate and optimize QA processes to adapt to changing business needs.Team Management :
Lead and mentor a high-performing quality assurance team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.Set clear performance expectations, conduct regular performance reviews, and provide developmental opportunities for team members.Compliance and Standards :
Ensure compliance with industry regulations and quality standards relevant to the organization.Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in quality management and incorporate them into the QA strategy.Analyze and interpret regulatory and testing standards and ensure the company is compliant with key relevant ingredient and trade regulations globally.Monitor & provide recommendations for action concerning changes global in regulatory compliance.Develop compliance SOPs for product and vendor on-boarding.Research and highlight key changes in international regulatory policies that may affect the business; trade, FTA's, embargos, ingredient and product restrictions and expected future trends.Maintain awareness / communicates changes in global regulatory standard and assesses impact.Cross-Functional Collaboration :
Collaborate with other departments, including research and development, and operations, to integrate quality assurance into all aspects of the product development lifecycle.Foster effective communication and collaboration with 3rd party manufacturing partners to address quality concerns and implement solutions. Review, monitor, and interface with multiple manufacturing partners.Risk Management :
Identify and assess potential risks related to product quality and develop proactive strategies to mitigate these risks.Establish and monitor KPIs to track and report on quality metrics.Continuous Improvement :
Drive a culture of continuous improvement, promoting quality awareness and accountability across the organization.Issuing and tracking RCA / CAPAs.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
Minimum of 8+ years of experience in food manufacturing operations, with at least 5 in a leadership role.Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.Strong knowledge of food processing techniques, equipment, and regulatory requirements (, FDA, USDA, HACCP).Proven track record of driving operational improvements and achieving measurable results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Effective Communication Skills - verbal and written - a must; bilingual a plus.Prior experience in Food Manufacturing.Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.Proven leadership and ability to train and develop subordinates, including the ability to conduct training sessions for all plant personnel.Must be willing to work occasional weekends and long days when necessary.Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approachThis role will be on-site daily and will require around 50% travel.
What's on Offer
Great Benefits PackageBonus up to 20%401kUnlimited PTOSalary between $150k-200k on the base DOERelocation PackageMichael Page will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
