QA/QC Manager

Sweet Additions; Dresser (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweet Additions, LLC. is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead the daily food safety and quality programs at the Dresser, WI facility. The role directs quality and operations teams to ensure efficient daily operations and regulatory compliance.

The position requires PCQI, HACCP, and SQF practitioner certifications, with 3+ years in QA/food safety and strong analytical, communication, and project-management skills. Knowledge of 21 CFR part 117 and GMPs is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, biological science or related field or equivalent practical work experience.
• 3+ years minimum of experience in quality assurance/food safety.
• PCQI certified, HACCP certified and SQF practitioner.
• Knowledge of 21 CFR part 117.
• Knowledge of laboratory and plant GMPs, QA terminology, methods and tools including SQF or other GFSI schemes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Experience with ESL or Short Shelf-Life products is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the SQF system as SQF Practitioner with authority to develop, implement, review, and maintain the SQF program.
• Maintain document control including updates to quality control and food safety documents; evaluate SOPs, work instructions and guidelines; set QA objectives and ensure targets are met.
• Function as site PCQI to manage, develop, implement, and maintain HACCP and Preventive Controls.
• Maintain compliance with food safety standards and legislation including Organic, Kosher, Non-GMO, gluten-free.
• Manage site quality and sanitation personnel.
• Facilitate GFSI (SQF), regulatory and customer audits.
• Manage site Pest Control Program.
• Develop and maintain calibration schedules on floor and in lab for process instrumentation and equipment.
• Review production records, CCP/CQP verifications, sanitation logs and shift documents for accuracy.
• Lead OOS and customer complaint investigations, documentation and reporting.
• Manage product release/disposition programs for incoming, in-process and finished products; review test results and sign off on COAs.
• Maintain site environmental monitoring program and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of new developments, technology, and processes.

Skills

Staff leadership

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Communication skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Creative problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science / Bioscience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Job Summary

The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for leading the Food Safety and Quality Programs of the Dresser, WI facility daily, as well as ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory and third‑party requirements. The Quality Assurance Manger will provide leadership, direction, and motivation of the quality and operations teams to ensure efficient daily operation.

Responsibilities

• SQF Practitioner, with responsibility and authority to manage the development, implementation, review, and maintenance of the SQF system
• Maintain document control including updates to all quality control and food safety documents and evaluation of current and proposed SOPs, work instruction and guidelines Set Quality Assurance objectives and ensure targets are achieved
• Function as site PCQI, to manage, develop, implement, and maintain HACCP and Preventive Control Programs
• Maintain compliance with food safety standards and legislation including Organic, Kosher, Non-GMO project, Gluten Free
• Manage site quality and sanitation personnel
• Facilitate GFSI (SQF), Regulatory, and Customer audits
• Manage site Pest Control Program
• Develop and maintain on floor and in lab calibration schedules including process instrumentation and lab equipment.
• Documentation review including accuracy of production records, CCP/CQP verifications, sanitation logs, and other shift documents.
• Lead OOS and customer complaint investigation, documentation, and reporting to management team and customers
• Manage and maintain product release/disposition programs for incoming, in-process and finished products, including review and sign off on all test results and generate/approve Certificates of Analysis
• Maintain site environmental monitoring program, ensuring implementation of any necessary corrective actions
• Maintain knowledge of new developments, technology, and processes.

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrable ability to lead and manage staff.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects.
• Strong communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Creative problem-solving

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, Biological Science or related field or equivalent practical work experience
• (3) Years minimum of experience in quality assurance/food safety
• PCQI certified, HACCP certified and SQF practitioner
• Knowledge of 21 CFR part 117
• Knowledge of both laboratory and plant GMPs, quality assurance terminology, methods and tools including experience working with SQF or other GFSI certification schemes
• Efficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Experience working with ESL or Short Shelf-Life products a plus