Quality Assurance Manager

Job Title

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides leadership in the development, training, execution, and verification/validation of all quality systems

Ensures compliance to all regulatory, customer, and corporate programs. Leads and participates in regulatory, customer, and internal audits. Provides leadership in the development, training and maintenance of the plant Food Safety and Quality programs

Act as the primary contact for internal and external customers and investigate consumer and customer complaints while providing written communication regarding the findings

Responsible for developing and monitoring plant sanitation and product safety programs to ensure a safe and wholesome product supply; lead teams through product recall management process

Provides leadership to help ensure a safe work environment throughout the plant. Adheres to all safety policies and procedures

Coordinate the activities of engineers and contractors in complying with GMP's during construction activities

Work with vendors to correct noncompliance issues concerning ingredients and supplies

Responsible for supporting and maintaining Food Safety and Quality Programs, along with proactively identifying and executing all continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation

Participates and supports all Quality and Safety audits and annual certifications, including internal audits and paperwork compliance

Other duties, as assigned

Education and Experience

Required:

Must have a bachelor's Degree in food related field. (Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, etc.)

Must have 3 + years' experience in a lead role or management position in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Education, Experience, and

Skills:

Comprehensive knowledge of GFSI standards

Demonstrated problem solver with ability to implement effective solutions.

Previous experience designing and deploying training programs

Effective management and supervisory skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills in English language.

Strong organizational skills

Strategic planning skills

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

PCQI Certification

HACCP Certification

Physical Requirements:

Qualified applicants must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:

Must be able to balance, bend, crouch, kneel, stand, stoop, and walk Must be able to reach above shoulders, climb, and work off ladder

Must be able to work in dusty, hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment

Must be able to perform simple grasping and fine manipulation for 6+ hours per shift

Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds

Must be able to wear a respirator

Must be able to distinguish objects or equipment visually

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, and training and career development opportunities.