FSQA Manager- Broken Bow, OK- 1st shift

Tyson Foods; Broken Bow (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Telehealth services

401k

Relocation assistance

Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Tyson Foods in the United States is seeking a seasoned FSQA Manager to lead our Food Safety & Quality Assurance department. You will implement HACCP/SSOP programs, oversee auditors and technicians, and ensure products meet customer specifications from receiving to final packaging.

You will manage budgets, safety, and special projects while engaging with customers during audits and plant tours. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED; Bachelor's preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in food manufacturing with HACCP/USDA/GMP/SSOP knowledge; supervisory exp preferred.
• Proficient in EIM and SAP; able to train plant staff.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Tyson FSQA policies and procedures.
• Lead FSQA Supervisors and Technicians, including training.
• Oversee production verification from raw material receiving through finished product quality.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HACCP/HARPC & SSOP programs.
• Ensure products meet customer specs and are properly labeled.
• Investigate quality issues; report findings to management and stakeholders.
• Interact with customers for plant tours and audits.
• Manage budgets, turnover, safety, and special projects.

Skills

Leadership

HACCP

USDA

GMP

SSOPs

Supervisory

SAP

EIM

Warehouse systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

EIM

Job description

Job Summary

The Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Manager is responsible for the daily management of all activities within the FSQA department, ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality. This role includes the implementation and execution of food safety programs, adherence to specifications, and maintaining product quality within the assigned facility. The FSQA Manager will also oversee departmental budgets, turnover, safety, and special projects.

Responsibilities

• Policy Adherence: Ensure all Tyson FSQA policies and procedures are followed.
• Leadership: Lead FSQA Supervisors and FSQA Technicians, including selection and training.
• Production Verification: Oversee production practices from raw material/live animal receiving through finished product quality and Food Safety Systems.
• Sanitation Support: Monitor preoperational and operational sanitation.
• Program Development: Develop, implement, and maintain HACCP/HARPC & SSOP programs.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure finished products conform to customer specifications and are properly labeled.
• Reporting: Report product issues and audit results to plant and corporate FSQA management, corporate sales, R&D, and operations.
• Customer Interaction: Engage with customers and their agents for product showings, plant tours, and audits.
• Complaint Management: Conduct investigations and respond to quality-related customer complaints or complaint trends.
• Analytical Monitoring: Monitor analytical results.
• New Product Commercialization: Participate in the commercialization of new products.
• This position is responsible for food safety, food quality, and regulatory legality.
• Manage departmental budgets, turnover, safety, and special projects.

Requirements

• Education: High School diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience: At least 5 years in a food manufacturing environment required, with a broad knowledge in one or more of the following areas: HACCP, USDA, GMP, and SSOPs. Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Computer Skills: Standard computer skills required. Proficient computer skills capable of generating customer letters and spreadsheets. Must be capable of mastering EIM, SAP and warehouse inventory systems to provide support and training to plant FSQA and other Team Members.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, demonstrating the proven ability to correspond with all levels—from front line team members to corporate management.
• Special Skills: Strong problem identification and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently while interacting with various facets within the organization. Serve as the plant liaison to USDA/FDA.
• Supervisory: Manage crewing labor and attendance of the FSQA department.

Position Specific Requirements

• Must reside in the United States to be considered. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Telehealth services
• Well-Being Support Programs
• FSA and HSA available
• 401k
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
• Fully Funded Education Discount Program
• Relocation Assistance

Work Shift

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Background Check

• Background checks required. Certain roles at Tyson require background checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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