Food Safety & Quality Leader – Meat Processing

Johnsonville; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Johnsonville seeks a Food Safety/Quality Coordinator for our Watertown FSQ Team. You will lead safety programs and drive continuous improvement in meat safety and quality across the plant.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in food safety leadership, knowledge of HACCP and regulatory standards, and are ready to coach teams in quality and process improvements. Competitive benefits and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in food science, Meat Science, Microbiology or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a food safety and quality leadership role is required.
• Experience in meat/poultry processing and harvest is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, USDA/FSIS regulatory requirements, and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement, striving for zero IFR year after year.
• Lead the plant food safety and quality system by administering programs, procedures, and policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to monitor key food safety and quality metrics and drive corrective actions.
• Lead the facility’s Animal Welfare System and Programs.
• Ensure compliance with USDA/FSIS and regulatory requirements.
• Lead audits and ensure proper preparation, execution, and follow-up.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety knowledge

HACCP knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in food science/related field

Tools

SAP

Redzone

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Johnsonville seeks a Food Safety/Quality Coordinator for our Watertown FSQ Team. You will lead safety programs and drive continuous improvement in meat safety and quality across the plant.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in food safety leadership, knowledge of HACCP and regulatory standards, and are ready to coach teams in quality and process improvements. Competitive benefits and opportunities for growth are offered.