Quality Assurance Manager

2 weeks ago


Lexington, United States KCO Resource Management Full time

Are you a quality assurance professional with food safety/quality experience in the salty snack industry? We are working with a thriving relatively newer company that is looking for a QA manager. That will oversee the quality assurance department, develop, implement, and maintain quality systems. This is a unique opportunity for someone to build a best-in-class process

Reports to the VP of Operations

Job Responsibilities:

  • Develop, implement, and manage quality control programs
  • Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements
  • Collaborate with production and R&D teams to identify opportunities for process improvement, particularly those involving frying technologies
  • Implement corrective and preventive actions to enhance product quality and consistency
  • Work closely with suppliers to establish and maintain quality standards for raw materials and ingredients used in snack production
  • Conduct supplier audits and evaluations to ensure compliance with quality specifications
  • Work closely with suppliers to establish and maintain quality standards for raw materials and ingredients used in snack production
  • Gather, organize, store, and keep all documents required for our food safety and quality programs updated
  • Lead our annual and bi-annual food safety validation procedures
  • Ensure compliance with record keeping and document control procedures on the production floor
  • Periodically review our food safety program to ensure it complies with all USDA, State and Local Laws customer requirements
  • Conduct unannounced audits and mock recalls
  • Improve the food safety and quality programs through ongoing analysis of our production equipment, process, procedures, and team
  • Review quality reports and conduct root cause analysis on deviations
  • Create a culture that recognizes the importance of food safety and quality
  • Lead the defense program
  • Spend 50% of the day on the floor making certain that all food safety protocols are being met



Required Skills/Qualifications:

  • MUST HAVE 5-7 years’ experience in food manufacturing with Food Safety/Quality
  • Experience with oil, salt & fat analysis, texture and taste analysis experience is helpful
  • Bachelor’s Degree in food science/food engineering or related field is preferred
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve quality issues
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements – HACCP, USDA, BRCGS, and other relevant standards
  • PCQI, HACCP Certified a plus
  • Internal auditing experience preferred
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and motivate a diverse team
  • Expectational organizational and project management skills
  • Ability to travel 5% of the time.

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