Quality Control Manager, Supply Chain

Who are we?  Trader Joe's is your favorite neighborhood grocery store With 540 stores nationwide (and growing), we are the place to be. Looking for something delicious and a friendly conversation? At Trader Joe's, you can find both. We love being your first and favorite place to shop. What do we do? Like shopping at Trader Joe's? Then, maybe you'll love working with us. We are looking for an experienced Quality Control Manager, Supply Chain who is searching to do what they'll love - oversee and manage Supply Chain food safety compliance Do you have experience in food safety and supply chain? Do you love food? If so, read on We may have the role of a lifetime for youTrader Joe's is unlike any place you've ever worked. Trust us on that. The qualified individual has at least 5 years of warehouse quality control experience and is a raving fan of the Trader Joe's concept. A Bachelor's Degree in Quality control, food technology or food science is strongly preferred. This role is based in our Distribution Center in Minooka, IL.The Quality Control Manager, Supply Chain is responsible for: Ensuring Supply Chain vendors are in compliance with Trader Joe's Minimum Vendor Requirements. Effectively ensuring food safety compliance standards are being followed by WCD QC teams at the warehouse and within other food handling operations. Supporting the Product Integrity Committee (PIC) as needed, to ensure effective regulatory compliance while minimizing exposure of the company Managing customer compliant systems and provide guidance and support to WCD QC in continuous improvement objectives. Initiating appropriate corrective action when non-conformances occur and provide training where necessary.  Working collaboratively with other departments. The Quality Control Manager, Supply Chain has: A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in quality control, food technology, food science or related equivalent combination of education and experience. 5+ years of Warehouse Quality control and food safety. A problem solving mentality and can perform root cause analysis when something goes wrong. Ability to motivate themselves and others and is results driven. HACCP, PCQI, SQF practitioner certification(s) preferred. A valid driver's license Is flexible with their work schedule as the position requires some travel and weekend availability.  We want to hear from you We get a lot of resumes; so to help us get to know you better, please submit your resume and cover letter. When creating your cover letter, please answer these questions: What is your favorite Trader Joe's product and why? What makes you uniquely qualified for this position? Trader Joe's is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring a diverse Crew.

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