Quality Manager

5 days ago

Owensboro KY United States Michael Page Full time

The QA Manager will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring the highest standards of product quality, food safety, and regulatory compliance throughout the production process.

Client Details

Leading Food Manufacturing company

Description

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Quality Control & Assurance

    • Develop, implement, and manage quality control programs and systems to ensure products meet or exceed company, industry, and regulatory standards.
    • Perform regular inspections and audits of production processes, raw materials, and finished products to ensure quality and safety compliance.
    • Oversee product testing and lab analysis to verify food safety and quality specifications.

  2. Food Safety Management

    • Lead and ensure adherence to food safety regulations, including HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and other relevant standards.
    • Conduct regular training on food safety protocols, allergen management, sanitation, and hygiene practices.
    • Manage and monitor internal and external audits to verify compliance with food safety standards.

  3. Regulatory Compliance

    • Stay updated on relevant local, state, and federal food safety regulations, including FDA, USDA, and any applicable food manufacturing regulations.
    • Oversee the preparation of documents required for regulatory inspections and certifications.
    • Manage recalls and ensure corrective actions are taken quickly in the event of a non-compliant product batch.

  4. Team Leadership & Training

    • Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of QA staff, fostering a culture of quality and food safety across the facility.
    • Provide ongoing training for production and QA teams to enhance their understanding of food safety, quality control measures, and relevant regulations.
    • Ensure all employees are compliant with training schedules and documentation requirements.

  5. Continuous Improvement

    • Collaborate with production, R&D, and other departments to identify areas for quality and process improvement.
    • Lead investigations and root cause analysis for quality issues and non-conformances, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
    • Monitor and track quality metrics, reporting on trends, and implementing strategies for continuous improvement.

  6. Documentation & Reporting

    • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of inspections, audits, quality checks, and product testing.
    • Prepare detailed reports for senior management on product quality, audits, food safety, and any corrective actions taken.
    • Ensure all documentation is compliant with regulatory requirements and company standards.

Profile

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Quality Assurance, Food Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality assurance or food safety management within a ready-to-eat or food manufacturing environment.
  • In-depth knowledge of food safety standards, HACCP, GMP, and other regulatory requirements in the food industry.
  • Strong leadership skills and experience in managing a team.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to report and explain complex data clearly.
  • Ability to analyze data and trends, with a strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Certification in HACCP, SQF, or similar food safety certifications is preferred.

Job Offer

  • 401k
  • PTO
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Growth opportunities
  • Leadership role

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.

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