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Food Safety Quality Assurance Manager - Weston, United States - J & J Snack Foods

J & J Snack Foods Weston, United States

1 month ago

Description

We're looking for an experienced and talented individual to be the Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Manager.

In this role, you will provide leadership for the plant by establishing a food safety & quality strategy, developing/strengthening our internal FSQA culture, and driving continuous improvement of existing FSQA programs to meet JJ Snack Foods corporate standards.

This position works closely with operations, maintenance, R&D, plant leadership and the VP and/or Director of FSQA defining goals, objective and KPIs; and manages the facility FSQA team/department, FSQA system and programs, sanitation, and product specifications.

The FSQA Manager monitors the efficacy of the food safety & quality system via internal audits/document reviews and organizes/publishes data and reports on facility/plant performance against company key performance indicators.

The FSQA Manager interfaces with regulatory, third-party audit certification bodies, those conducting customer audits and keeps abreast of changes/preventive controls required to meet the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).

The FSQA Manager is responsible for ensuring the facility maintains SQF certification (achieving scores necessary to meet customer requirements) and meets all regulatory requirements.

Position will provide the necessary training, tools, and techniques when changes are made to programs and procedures, when refresher training is identified as a corrective action and at minimum annually to enable others to effectively achieve FSQA goals/objectives and deliver wholesome, quality products that are safe for consumption.

Position responds to all customer/consumer complaints in a timely manner by conducting root cause analysis and implementing/documenting appropriate corrective/preventive actions.

Position manages product holds and product dispositions.

Position will participate in corporate FSQA biweekly calls and participates as an audit team member in plant-to-plant company audits as needed.

The FSQA manager supports Corporate Regulatory Compliance with product formulation and specification information. Position oversees budget and labor expenses and ensures FSQA supplies are stocked and ordered.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Develop FSQA strategy, compliance goals/objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvements in food safety & quality programs and culture.

Organize FSQA system/programs and ensure appropriate system reviews/audits are conducted to meet corporate FSQA standards, maintain SQF certifications and meet all regulatory requirements.

Implement appropriate monitoring programs and maintain documentation for FSQA system including validations and verifications.

Lead and facilitate the plant in consumer and customer complaint resolution, and complaint reduction programs.

Lead the facility in the adoption and disciplined use of a clearly defined, well-documented and systematic commercialization process for new product launches and product process redesigns and supports translation of product specifications to appropriate manufacturing documentation.

Lead activities that empower, engage, and involve operators with the information and tools needed for continuous improvement in facility manufacturing processes and meeting all regulatory/SQF requirements.

Maintain awareness of the business context and company profitability.

Support determination & implementation of product dispositions regarding holds, warehouse, transport, and logistics.

Participate in FSQA bimonthly calls, Summit meetings and corporate driven peer to peer audit program.

Position oversees budget and labor expenses and ensures FSQA supplies are stocked and ordered.

Position is responsible for all the above and any other duties as assigned by management.

COMPETENCIES:

To perform this job successfully, the successful applicant must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Excellent report writing skills and demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).

Demonstrated problem solving skills (extensive experience with root cause analysis and CAPA programs).

Excellent knowledge of food manufacturing processes, sanitation programs, and process validations/verifications and experience using a full range of statistical and analytical tools and fundamentals.

Solid understanding of food safety and manufacturing of RTE foods.

Preferred candidates have a thorough understanding of risk assessments, water activity and microbiology.

Extensive experience in SQF, ISO, HACCP and/or other food safety & quality assurance systems including prerequisite programs and preventive controls.

Must be HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) certified, be a recognized SQF practitioner and have PCQI certification.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
B.S. in Food Science, Food Safety & Defense, or related field preferred.

Experience managing food safety systems in USDA facilities required.

Minimum of 5 or more years' experience in Food Safety & Quality Assurance Management in the food industry.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
No travel requirements

J&J Snack Foods an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and
unemployment status.

Job Type:
Full-time

Pay:
From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:
Weston, OR Required)

Work Location:
In person

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