Quality Assurance Manager

Overview

The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for development and maintenance of all QA programs, meeting USDA, FDA and customer requirements and ensuring the quality and safety of supplied goods. Must have strong knowledge in Preventive Controls for Human Food. A strong background in manufacturing, quality assurance and FSMA is a must.

• Contributes to development and execution of product food safety and quality programs to support the organization’s goals of operational excellence, customer/client satisfaction, financial performance, market leadership, and preferred employer.
• Responsible for developing and on-going maintenance of the Food Safety Plan. Identify deficiencies and implement new strategies.
• Ensure all HACCP, GMPs, sanitation preventive controls, supply chain preventive controls and other prerequisite food safety standards are met according to USDA, FDA, FSIS, FSMA and corporate requirements.
• Understand the facility process flow and engage personnel in all areas of food safety and quality within the flow.
• Manage Allergen Preventive Controls Program ensuring accurate allergen labeling on finished food products and prevention of allergen cross contact.
• Manage the written recall program.
• Oversee all food safety audits conducted by government and third party agencies.
• Respond to customer safety and quality concerns as needed.

• At least 6 years of directly related experience in Quality Assurance and Food Safety manufacturing role.
• Experience in prepared foods manufacturing is a plus.
• HACCP program development and FSMA experience is required.
• HACCP certification, Preventive Controls for Human Food (PCQI) and GFSI auditor certification are a plus.
• Strong understanding of third party and GFSI audit scheme programs and standards.
• Working knowledge of FDA and USDA/FSIS regulations and industry practices.
• Experience developing and motivating personnel.
• Track record of food safety/QA success in focus areas such as meat, poultry, seafood, processed foods, distribution, and/or private-label product development.
• B.S. degree in food technology, food science, or related field and/or equivalent experience.
• Ability to function effectively within a fast-paced, diverse and evolving corporate culture.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn various software and web-enabled programs.
• Strong communication and coaching abilities with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong data management, reporting, and technical writing skills.

Apply to Flik today. Flik is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.