Food Safety and Quality Assurance Supervisor

Perdue Farms; Milford (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Farms is seeking a Food Safety and Quality Assurance Supervisor in Milford, Delaware. This role requires overseeing the SSOP and HACCP plans to ensure compliance with USDA regulations and food safety standards. You will lead audits, maintain positive relationships with regulatory bodies, and train plant associates on essential food safety procedures.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in relevant fields and 1-3 years of experience. A strong focus on teamwork and communication skills is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in food safety.
• Experience with food safety plant style audits required.
• Familiarity with HACCP and SSOP requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop programs to ensure food safety requirements are met.
• Manage and maintain SSOP and HACCP programs.
• Train associates in SSOP and HACCP procedures.

Skills

HACCP certification

Knowledge of USDA regulations

strong written and verbal communication skills

ability to multitask

Microsoft computer software experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Poultry Science, Operations Management, Biology or Chemistry

Job description

Food Safety and Quality Assurance Supervisor

Milford, Delaware, United States

Perdue Farms is a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

The Food Safety and Quality Assurance Supervisor leads the continual development and implementation of the SSOP (Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures) and HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) plans to meet USDA regulations, company and customer expectations regarding food safety. Monitors and verifies production SSOP and HACCP records. Monitors plant GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices) and other prerequisite programs daily. Proactively identifies problems before they develop utilizing SPC (Statistical Process Control) tools or other tracking/trending analysis skills as necessary.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops programs and procedures to ensure regulatory and company food safety requirements are met and maintained. Communicates to and trains all associates prior to their implementation.
• Updates, manages and maintains the SSOP and HACCP and other prerequisite programs in an organized and effective manner.
• Audits all SSOP and HACCP records providing timely feedback to management.
• Maintains a positive relationship with the USDA and keeps up with the regulations concerning SSOP and HACCP programs.
• Responsible for training and documentation of training of all levels of plant associates concerning SSOP and HACCP programs.
• Hands on involvement in all food safety problems that arise during the shift and developing appropriate solutions and corrective actions/preventative measures for those problems.
• Conducts validations of scientific data that support facility food safety decisions as needed yearly.
• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Poultry Science, Operations Management, Biology or Chemistry.

Experience Requirements

• 1-3 years experience.
• HACCP certification and knowledge of USDA regulations including GMP, SSOP and HACCP and labeling.
• Must have experience with food safety plant style audits.
• Be familiar with HACCP and SSOP requirements to include monitoring and implementing validation processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multitask while maintaining required timeliness.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft computer software.

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

• Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.
• May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another.
• May need to access files, supplies and equipment.

When in a plant environment:

• Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
  May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.
• May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
• May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db. to 110 db.
  May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility.
• May need to climb ladders.
  Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.