Director of Quality
Position Overview
The Director of Quality is responsible for overseeing the quality assurance and quality control processes in the food processing industry, ensuring that products meet safety and quality standards. This role involves developing quality systems, leading audits, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement quality assurance policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Lead and manage the quality control team to monitor and evaluate product quality throughout the production process.
- Conduct regular audits and inspections of production facilities to ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, R&D, and supply chain to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
- Oversee the implementation of food safety standards such as SQF, HACCP, and USDA regulations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality and operational efficiency.
- Provide training and guidance to staff on quality-related matters, promoting a culture of quality within the organization.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in quality assurance or quality control in the food processing industry.
- Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards (SSOP, GMP, SOP, SQF, HACCP, USDA).
- Experience with dry-cured meat processing and knowledge of muscle biology and food microbiology is highly desirable.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and drive change across the organization.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on continuous improvement.
For this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position.
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