External Manufacturing Quality & Safety Lead

Mars

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 101,000 - 139,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Mars Incorporated is seeking a Quality & Food Safety Manager for External Manufacturing to lead quality initiatives across Mars’ external manufacturing network. The role ensures implementation of Mars Quality and Food Safety Standards, supports site qualification, start-up, performance management, and process improvements with a focus on consumer safety and product quality.

The candidate will apply food science, engineering, and quality management expertise to drive improvements, manage risk,

Qualifications

BS degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or Engineering.
3+ years in quality, food safety, R&D, or related fields.
Auditor with GFSI certifications (SQF, BRC, FSSC 22000, ISO 9001).
Ability to travel up to 40%.

Responsibilities

Leads deployment and compliance of Mars EMQM and related standards within External Manufacturing network.
Supports site selection by assessing quality capability and food safety systems performance.
Validates new lines and capabilities; develops and implements Product Risk Assessments and Technical Specifications.
Provides technical support in statistical analysis, problem solving and risk assessment for externally manufactured products.
Leads audits, QFS training, and CAPA/CI implementations at external sites.