About the Role
The Quality Assurance Manager will be responsible for ensuring that the production and distribution of products meet or exceed all quality standards.
Key Activities
Responsible for product safety and quality while meeting Company and regulatory standards and has oversight responsibility for a continuous quality improvement program that includes quality control and quality assurance.
Manages the operation of the plant laboratory, including ensuring supplies and equipment are available.
Ensures product safety, regulatory compliance, and compliance with company standards as stated in the Quality Manual, Laboratory Manual, and Company Policy and Programs by inspecting and auditing the product, process, and all systems.
Helps drive Continuous Improvement efforts in product quality/performance and process optimization.
Provide leadership in coaching, educating, and training plant employees (new hires) and refresher training for GMPs and PRPs.
Active member of HACCP/FSP team.
Provides Customer inputs into portals provided as required, and views/monitors postings to ensure all requirements are met.
Reviews all product labels used in the facility and ensures adherence to regulatory and Company standards.
Maintains or ensures the maintenance of all QA-related Database Systems for the facility (LIMS, etc.).
Ensures adherence to appropriate regulations and Company standards for ingredient and finished product quality.
Supervises the appropriate chemical, bacteriological, sensory, and utilization tests on raw materials and finished products.
Communicates quality metrics and inspection results to appropriate Supervisors and others in leadership positions, including daily, weekly, or monthly KPI reporting to Corporate.
Ensures that proper sanitation procedures are utilized and that adequate sanitation tests are performed; provides “troubleshooting” efforts in the event of sanitation system failure.
Develops and maintains documentation of all required quality tests and activities.
Preferred Skills
Dairy experience
Sensory experience
Experience in Continuous Improvement (CI) Processes
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, or a science-based area of study with a focus on microbiology
Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience
Possess a working knowledge of sanitation systems, techniques, and procedures
Solid experience with Good Manufacturing Practices
About Us
Finding a great opportunity that fosters growth, a great culture, and leadership opportunities can be difficult. Top Quality Recruitment (TQR) connects professionals with leadership opportunities across the Packaging, Food and Beverage, Medical Devices, and Biotechnology industries. With 50+ years of experience, we believe in one-to-one communication and finding the best candidate/employer match possible.
TQR is an equal-opportunity employer that encourages diversity. We will consider all applications.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.
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