Associate Director, Quality Assurance

The Campbell's Company; Maxton (NC); On-site; USD 156,000 - 214,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

AD&D

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

On-site fitness center

On-site day care

Company store

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Campbell's is seeking a senior Quality leader for the Maxton, NC plant to direct Quality and laboratories, drive SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and related programs, and develop staff. You will lead the Quality plan, ensure regulatory compliance, and partner with Manufacturing, Product Development, and Engineering to sustain product quality.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, consumer complaint reduction, and enterprise-wide quality alignment, with a focus on meeting USDA/FDA requirements and

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Food Science, Biology or Chemistry or related field.
• Minimum of 12+ years plant/systems experience with leadership.
• Experience in Food Safety, Regulatory, and Quality Systems.
• Experience in Sanitation and GMP Practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Continuous Improvement tools (LEAN, Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Comprehensive knowledge of food processing and quality practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide Quality leadership to the Maxton site and develop the Quality plan.
• Ensure continuous improvement of the site Quality program to meet USDA/FDA requirements.
• Drive process improvement initiatives across staff, work groups, and R&D.
• Manage consumer complaint reduction programs at the plant.
• Lead Quality strategy with CNA Quality leadership group.
• Lead quality activities for the Maxton plant.
• Respond to new regulations and troubleshoot quality issues across supply chains.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Product Development and Engineering.

Skills

Leadership

Quality systems

Food safety

GMP practices

Continuous improvement

Statistical Process Control

Process optimization

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor degree in Food Science, Biology or Chemistry or related field

Tools

Optiva

SAP

RMS

Job description

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Why Campbell’s…

• Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
• Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
• Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
• If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
• Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell’s. Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

How You Will Make History Here...

Manages and directs the overall functions of Quality and the laboratories at the Maxton plant. Responsible for directing all programs designated to the quality team including SQF, HACCP, FSMA, Recipe Management, Laboratories, Auditing, Quality Assurance Departmental procedures, product release and withheld programs. Responsible for training, engagement and career development of staff.

What You Will Do...

• Provide Quality leadership to the Maxton site, including the development of the Quality plan, alignment/development of resources and execution of priorities.
• Ensuring the continuous improvement of the site Quality program to meet regulatory and CSC North American Quality requirements (Compliance Quality and all regulatory requirements for USDA and FDA).
• Drive process / continuous improvement initiatives through staff, work group, Plant group, and R&D (Process/Food Quality).
• Manage and drive Consumer Complaint reduction programs, initiatives at the plant.
• Participate and lead as a member of the CNA Quality leadership group responsible for Quality strategy development, policy alignment and network wide implementation
• This role will be located in Maxton, NC and will have Quality leadership responsibility for the Maxton plant.
• Must respond to new or revised regulations or policies, specifications, procedures, quality, and implications where utilized in a range of finished product.
• Must troubleshoot Quality issues across the various supply chains for ingredients, packaging, materials, and finished products supplied (examples; mislabeled, allergen risk management, equipment risk management, container non-conformance, etc.).
• Knowledge of Quality Standards and Quality Policies, with skills and ability to execute against requirements.
• Knowledge and general business acumen to support and influence multiple functions including Manufacturing, Product Development and Engineering .
• Knowledge in Food Safety/Quality audit practices in the food industry, as well as skill in adapting them to achieve business best practices. Must be familiar with SQF standard.
• Capable of engaging other business unit's Quality in development and standardization of Quality manuals, policies, procedures, and data templates; audit standards and procedures; and Quality Key Performance Indicators.
• Knowledgeable in Statistical Process Control programs and Process Capability studies.
• Ability to drive organizational alignment on Quality objectives with an enterprise-wide mindset, and the adaptation of structure, processes, and systems to achieve objectives.
• Capable of influencing development steps used in the Innovation and Commercialization process to leverage design in achieving consumer safety and quality objectives (example: HACCP Assessment).

Who You Will Work With...

• Reporting into Site Director

What You Will Bring To The Table... (Must Have)

• Bachelor degree in Food Science, Biology or Chemistry or related field.
• Minimum of 12+ years plant/systems experience with demonstrated leadership achievement.
• Demonstrated experience in Food Safety, Regulatory, and Quality Systems and their application within food processing preferred.
• Experience in Sanitation and GMP Practices, familiarity with Pest Control programs and techniques.
• Demonstrated knowledge with Continuous Improvement tools. (i.e. LEAN, Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.)
• Comprehensive knowledge of food processing
• Familiar with industry standard Quality Practices and procedures

I would be great if you have... (Nice to Have)

• 15+ years plant/systems experience with demonstrated leadership achievement.
• Familiar with formula and information management systems including Optiva, SAP and RMS.

Compensation And Benefits

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between

$155,700-$214,100

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.