No more applications are being accepted for this job
- Develop, implement, and manage effective food safety and quality assurance programs in line with industry standards and regulations.
- Conduct regular audits and inspections of facilities, equipment, and processes to identify and address potential quality and safety issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and maintain quality control procedures, including supplier quality management.
- Monitor and analyze production processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, regulations, and best practices to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
- Lead training programs for employees on food safety, quality protocols, and best practices.
- Investigate customer complaints and internal non-conformities, identifying root causes and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
- Maintain documentation related to quality assurance activities, including reports, certifications, and compliance records.
- Prepare for and facilitate third-party audits and regulatory inspections.
- Manage and mentor a team of quality assurance professionals.
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Safety, Microbiology, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
- 7 years of experience in food safety and quality assurance, with 5 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
- Strong understanding of food safety regulations (FDA, USDA, etc.) and industry standards (HACCP, GMP, etc.).
- Experience in conducting audits, inspections, and implementing corrective actions.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.
- Detail-oriented mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficient in using quality management software and tools.
Food Safety and Quality Assurance Manager - Denver, United States - Ready Foods
![Default job background](https://contents.bebee.com/public/img/bg-user-ex-1.jpg)
Description
Ready Foods is a family-owned company.Over the years, we have grown into a medium-sized company.We have been able to do this because we have a strong company culture that promotes inclusion and respect for the dignity of all people.We are looking for a FSQA Manager.While we are excellent at what we do, we nevertheless continually strive for perfection.Ready Foods has embraced lean manufacturing as our operating philosophy. We take inspiration from the Toyota Production System and the principles first elucidated by Shigeo Shingo and Taiichi Ohno.The FSQA Manager is responsible for maintaining Ready Food's food safety and quality goals and objectives. The QA manager will ensure the organization's health and culture is in alignment with Ready Foods' mission, vision and strategic goals. The position is a full-time salaried position reporting directly to the Director of FSQA
Accountabilities:
Strategic Plan Execution
Maintain and execute the goals of the FSQA strategic plan.
Organization Integration, Health and Culture
Collaborate and align food safety and quality initiatives with other departments.Ensure successful teamwork. Maintain company culture with reliability, honor and trust.
Food Safety and Quality Excellence
Ensure that Ready Foods FSQA abilities continue to improve and expand to meet the company's strategic goals. Implement waste elimination initiatives.Train to improve performance.
Program Management
Maintain and drive programs that improve current state.Meet compliance and government regulations.Role model a culture of Continuous Improvement
Lead, Manage and Hold Accountable
Manage and develop all FSQA team members.Demonstrate and require dedication and discipline as a servant leader.Instill a culture of meeting commitments.
Responsibilities: