Food Safety Manager

The Judge Group; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company near Galesburg, IL is seeking an FSQA Manager to oversee food safety and quality in their facility. This role involves managing compliance with SQF standards and FDA regulations, leading a team, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 4+ years of FSQA experience in food manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of FSQA experience within food manufacturing.
• Demonstrated leadership in food safety and plant regulatory affairs.
• Experience in internal/external auditing for compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of quality assurance and food safety processes.
• Develop and execute plans to maintain SQF Certification.
• Act as main FDA contact for inspections and audits.

Skills

Leadership in food safety

HACCP Certification

Experience with FDA regulations

Auditing FSQ Management Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Safety, Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science or related field

Job description

Our client is seeking a FSQA Manager for their modern, food manufacturing facility near Galesburg, IL. This role leads technical quality and food safety for the manufacturing and distribution of the plant’s products, ensuring the Food Safety and Quality Management System (FSQMS) is fully implemented and functional, and that the facility and products meet safety and regulatory requirements. The role also promotes quality awareness and continuous improvement programs to drive overall quality progress.

This facility recently underwent major capital investment updating equipment and capabilities. The Manager will oversee several Direct Report Supervisors and Food Safety, Quality and Sanitation Teams. Relocation Assistance is Provided.

Interested candidates should contact Lee Douglas at 610-617-1447 or email a current resume to [e-mail].

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of the current quality assurance and food safety processes into one integrated process which ties to business objectives. This includes HACCP system (Food Safety Plan), regulatory audits, quality systems review process (QSR), standard operating procedures (SOPs), incoming ingredient inspections, food safety audits, field complaints, managing Statistical Process Control system, calibration and preventive maintenance programs and standardized work instructions.
• Develop and execute plans to achieve/maintain safe food and SQF Certification at the facility and to meet all company requirements related to quality and food safety programs.
• Oversee plant compliance, interactions, and relationship with SQF Certification Body and consultants.
• Act as the facility’s main FDA contact and lead regulatory inspections and 3rd party audits with joint ownership and responsibility with the Plant Manager for driving associated corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain systems to assure facility meets all SQF requirements including Commitment, Document Control and Records, Specifications, Attaining Food Safety.
• Oversee monitoring, verification, and validation activities to ensure that all products leaving the facility meet the facility Food Safety and Quality Plans.
• Manage/Oversee pest control contract and microbiological testing to assure compliance with SQF and Quality standards.
• Lead the development and implementation of statistical tools and systems to support continuous process and product improvement.
• Act as an active contributor on the Facility Management Team to meet all business objectives. Manage and develop all QA personnel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Food Safety, Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science, Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of FSQA experience within food manufacturing.
• Demonstrate leadership in the areas of food safety and plant regulatory affairs.
• HACCP Certification / PCQI Certification Preferred
• Experience auditing within FSQ Management Systems, including internal / external auditing for compliance.
• Experience with FDA and/or USDA Rules and Regulations.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Production
• Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Services, and Dairy Product Manufacturing