Sr. Quality Assurance Manager
Founded in 1986, our client is a leading developer and manufacturer of custom-formulated specialty ingredients & flavors. They develop tailored solutions for its diverse customer base of brands, retailers, and co-manufacturers across numerous food products and channels. With world-class facilities in California and Indiana, our client has served as a leading partner and innovator of industry-leading flavors and formulations for nearly four decades.Sr. Quality Assurance Manager
Job Type: Full-time; On-site
Responsibilities:
- Inspire and lead a transformative, quality-focused culture, embedding excellence across all plant operations.
- Oversee SQF, HACCP, and FDA compliance, maintaining robust allergen, foreign material, and preventive control programs.
- Lead compliance for Halal, Kosher, RSPO, Organic, and GFCO certifications, ensuring audit readiness and regulatory adherence.
- Partner with cross-functional partners to implement CI initiatives, reduce waste, and eliminate customer complaints via effective root cause analysis (RCA).
- Implement and manage a robust EMP to prevent contamination and ensure compliance.
- Mentor and train staff, fostering accountability and a proactive quality mindset on the plant floor.
- Prepare for and excel in SQF, Organic, Halal, Kosher, RSPO, and GFCO audits, leveraging PCQI expertise for preventive controls.
- Develop and track quality metrics using tools like Power BI, Trace Gains to drive actionable improvements.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve complaints and enhance quality processes, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field; an advanced degree is a plus.
- 10+ years of QA management experience in food manufacturing.
- SQF Practitioner and PCQI certifications are required.
- Expertise in managing Halal, Kosher, RSPO, Organic, and GFCO
certifications. - Proven leadership with a transformative approach to building a quality-driven culture.
- Strong collaboration skills, with experience driving CI initiatives.
- Expertise in RCA, HACCP, and regulatory compliance (FDA, USDA).
- Proficient in data analysis tools (e.g., Power BI, TraceGains, Excel,
Minitab). - Excellent communication skills for engaging customers and
stakeholders. - Ability to adapt to fast-paced environments and manage multiple
priorities.
This position offers a competitive base salary.
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