Quality Assurance Manager - Pollock, United States - PMCO

Description

PMCO is hiring for a Quality Manager in Pollock, SD

Full benefits package

Relocation assistance

Food / Beverage industry

$100K-$120K + 10% Bonus


Responsibilities:
Ensure daily compliance with company policies, regulations, and procedures for plant quality and food safety operations.

Maintain audit readiness and oversee robust food safety and quality programs.

Escalate non-conformance events to quality director and plant manager.

Drive a robust sanitation program and oversee plant pest control initiatives.

Manage facility's change control program for effective risk assessment and decision-making.

Ensure compliance with specifications, manufacturing instructions, and preventive maintenance programs.

Lead investigations into non-conforming events and drive effective resolutions.

Manage hold and release programs and review records for completeness and approval.

Foster a positive work culture and develop talent within the team.

Track and report plant quality KPIs and participate in budgeting processes.

Provide training on food safety, FSMA, and regulatory compliance.

Serve as a point of contact for customer issues, complaints, and inquiries.


Required Skills:

Leadership:
Ability to manage and lead a team effectively, driving continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.

Communication:
Strong communication skills to provide leadership, influence positive change, and foster a culture of food safety and quality.

Organizational Skills:
Highly organized with the capacity to develop and maintain facility systems and processes.

Problem-Solving:
Analytical and inquisitive mind to investigate issues and lead solution-based decision-making.

Compliance Knowledge:
Understanding of local, state, and federal regulations, as well as corporate policies and procedures.

Quality Management:
Experience in maintaining robust food safety and quality programs.

Sanitation Management:
Knowledge of overseeing plant sanitation to ensure compliance and proactive maintenance.

Change Management:
Ability to manage the facility's change control program and make robust risk assessments.

Training and Development:
Skill in providing training to personnel on food safety, regulations, and compliance.

Customer Relations:
Experience in managing customer-related issues, complaints, and inquiries.

Data Analysis:
Proficiency in performing data analysis to identify trends and enable proactive decisions.

Quality Assurance:
Experience in overseeing analytical and micro activities, ensuring accurate quality control results, and maintaining quality management systems.


Required Education & Experience:
Undergraduate degree in food science, biological sciences, or related curriculum (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

5 to 8 years of quality assurance or related experience in a food, beverage, or similar facility

Demonstrated leadership attributes, team leadership, or supervisory experience; 1+ year of manager experience preferred

Certification and/or License – PCQI, HACCP, SQF Practitioner certifications preferred; may be required during course of employment


Salary:
$100,000 - $120,000 per year with a 10% bonus

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Day shift

If you are interested, please apply


Job Type:
Full-time


Pay:
$100, $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Day shift

Monday to Friday


Ability to Relocate:

Pollock, SD:
Relocate before starting work (Required)


Work Location:
In person

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