FSQA Beef Technical Services Manager (Lathrop, CA)

In-N-Out Burgers, Inc.; Lathrop (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

FSA’s

401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan

Adoption Assistance

Education Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Job summary

In-N-Out Burger, Inc. seeks a full-time FSQA Beef Technical Services Manager based in Lathrop, CA. The role oversees beef FSQA across three production facilities and reports to the FSQA Department Head. Travel between sites (20–50%) and alternate locations in Lancaster, TX or Chino, CA may be considered.

The position requires expertise in food safety, QA, lab operations, regulatory affairs, sanitation and R&D related to beef. Strong communication, leadership and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in meat operations or beef-focused facility.
• HACCP certification.
• Knowledge of USDA-FSIS and regulatory affairs.
• Beef regulatory affairs knowledge and beef food safety principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communications.
• Proven leadership and relationship-building in a team.
• Strong time management and prioritization.
• Strong computer skills incl. trending and statistical analysis.
• Demonstrated analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to fly commercially.

Responsibilities

• Monitor food safety and regulatory compliance of beef manufacturing.
• Oversee FSQA programs and vendor feedback on incoming materials.
• R&D of new packaging, products, equipment, and software for food safety.
• Visit suppliers' facilities to inspect processes and report findings.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and company processes.
• Communicate with FSQA Department Head and Meat Ops Director on items affecting meat operations.
• Analyze process controls for opportunities for improvement.
• Perform other duties; full-time exempt role.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Deductive reasoning

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Team leadership

Verbal and written communication

Education

Master's degree or higher in related field

Job description

FSQA Beef Technical Services Manager (Lathrop, CA)

Location: Lathrop, CA

Work Type: Full-time

Department: Food Safety

Description & Requirements

Come join our family at In-N-Out Burger!

We have an excellent opportunity for a full-time, FSQA Beef Technical Services Manager based in our Lathrop, CA food processing center. For highly qualified candidates, an alternate work location in Lancaster, Texas or Chino, California may also be considered.

This person reports to the FSQA Department Head, serves as a subject matter expert, and has responsibility in all areas of FSQA for beef manufacturing throughout the company. This includes food safety, quality assurance, laboratory operations, regulatory affairs, sanitation, and research and development activities across three production facilities. This individual is responsible for associated budgets, Associate development, and related program regulatory compliance. This role also serves to benchmark vendor performance and evaluate process controls to identify means of continuous improvement. Skills required for this position include analytical and deductive reasoning, critical thinking, problem solving, team-oriented leadership, and excellent verbal and written communications.

General Responsibilities:

• Monitor food safety and regulatory compliance of beef manufacturing.
• Oversight of FSQA related programs and vendor feedback on incoming raw materials.
• Research and development of new packaging, products, equipment, and software related to food safety.
• Visit suppliers’ facilities/sites regularly to inspect and review processes, procedures, and quality standards, and report and review findings.
• Maintain and keep current on food safety regulations, processes, and best practices and ensure compliance in the company’s processes and procedures.
• Provide complete and timely communication to the FSQA Department Head and the Director of Meat Operations on any items that may impact the management of the overall meat operations group.
• Analyze and evaluate process controls to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.
• Full-time position, (Exempt)
• The above represents the expected pay range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors
• Monday-Friday, typically 7AM-4PM, flexibility required
• Weekends and nights as needed
• Travel between production sites on a monthly basis (20%-50% Travel)
• Excellent Benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA’s, 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan, Adoption Assistance, Education Reimbursement, Supplemental Health Plans and Pet Insurance

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years experience in meat operations or beef-focused facility.
• HACCP certification.
• Knowledge of USDA-FSIS, and regulatory affairs is required.
• A working knowledge of beef regulatory affairs and beef specific food safety principles and best practices.
• A master’s degree or higher level education in animal science, microbiology, food science, statistics, sanitary equipment and facility design, or other closely related field is highly desirable. Extensive beef specific experience may substitute for some education.
• Excellent verbal and written communications.
• Proven relationship building and leadership experience in a team setting.
• Strong time management and prioritization.
• Strong computer skills, including trending and statistical analysis.
• Demonstrated analytical, critical thinking, deductive reasoning, and problem-solving.
• A valid drivers license and ability to fly commercially are required.

Physical Demands/Requirement:

• Ability to lift a minimum of 70 pounds
• Occasionally exposed to working in high, precarious places; tight, constricted areas; outdoor weather conditions; fumes or airborne particles.
• Position requires frequent lifting, walking, reaching, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, working near moving mechanical parts
• Cold working conditions: Ability to withstand prolonged work assignments in temperatures as low as 36 degrees Fahrenheit
• Frequently exposed to wet humid conditions (non-weather)

ABOUT In-N-Out Burger

In-N-Out was founded in 1948 by Harry and Esther Snyder in Baldwin Park, California, and remains privately owned and operated. Under the direction of the Snyder family, the company has opened restaurants throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Texas, Oregon, Colorado, Idaho, Washington, and Tennessee. In-N-Out Burger’s menu has remained the same since 1948. We have maintained a simple philosophy - serve only the highest quality product, prepare it in a clean and sparkling environment, and serve it in a warm and friendly manner. We have built a reputation for fresh, made-to-order foods prepared and served by friendly, well trained Associates.

In-N-Out offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. Should there be a need, In-N-Out will provide reasonable accommodation to complete the interview process upon request.