Job Description

Outstanding relocation assistance is provided to the qualified candidate!

Summary:

Our award-winning client is seeking a Food Safety & Quality Manager to join their team. Join our growing food manufacturing team in Idaho area as a Food Safety & Quality Manager.

This critical role ensures the highest standards of food safety and quality through effective implementation and management of quality systems, regulatory compliance, and team leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Food Safety & Quality Management:
• Serve as the SQF Practitioner, overseeing all food safety and quality testing and reporting.
• Maintain and ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems (QMS), including HACCP, GMP, FSMA, and CGMP.
• Conduct record reviews and monitor adherence to specifications, procedures, and food safety programs.
• Lead and manage quality control and verification systems, including sampling and testing.
• Perform data analysis to proactively identify and address food safety and quality issues.
• Manage Non-Conforming Equipment and Product Program.
• Regulatory Compliance & Auditing:
• Ensure compliance with USDA, FDA, and customer requirements.
• Conduct internal audits to verify regulatory compliance.
• Lead food safety and quality audits of assigned areas.
• Maintain a strong understanding of hygienic design.
• Team Leadership & Development:
• Supervise, train, and develop Quality Assurance Technicians.
• Schedule and delegate tasks, ensuring effective execution of food safety plans and SOPs.
• Coach and mentor employees on food safety and quality processes.
• Assist in training program development.
• Process Improvement & Reporting:
• Identify gaps and implement solutions to ensure compliance and improve processes.
• Develop and maintain quality key performance metrics focused on continuous improvement.
• Lead food safety and quality investigations for non-conformances.
• Member of plant food safety, crisis management, and food defense team.
• Conduct routine plant inspections.
• Develop SOPs, policies, and job breakdowns.

Required Qualifications:

• Applied knowledge of HACCP/Food Safety Preventative Controls/SQF (or equivalent GFSI scheme).
• Minimum 1+ year of Quality Leadership experience REQUIRED.
• Competent in coaching and team development.
• Strong understanding of hygienic design.
• Skilled in developing SOPs, policies, and job breakdowns.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attentive to detail and demonstrates accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Key Attributes:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations and best practices.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Opportunity to work in a growing and dynamic food manufacturing environment.
• Onsite work environment.

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