Quality Assurance Manager

Richard's Cajun Foods, Incorporated; Church Point (LA); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Richard’s Cajun Foods in Church Point, LA is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead quality control across our manufacturing processes. The role ensures food safety and compliance with USDA, SQF and GMP standards, safeguarding product integrity and customer satisfaction.

The candidate will drive audits, CAPA, and continuous improvement, while training teams and reporting to senior management on quality metrics and regulatory updates.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in quality control and quality assurance in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 9001, USDA regulations, HACCP, CGMP.
• Excellent analytical and leadership abilities.

Aufgaben

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality management systems aligned with ISO 13485, ISO 9001, FDA regulations, HACCP, and CGMP standards.
• Lead and coordinate quality audits to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Oversee inspections to identify defects and deviations from specs.
• Manage documentation control, process validation, and CAPA actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quality into production.
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop preventive measures.
• Train staff on quality protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare detailed quality metric and audit reports for senior management.
• Stay current with industry regs and implement necessary updates.

Jobbeschreibung

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Quality Assurance Manager

Church Point, LA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1027

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

Richard’s believes the best cooking is home cooking. That’s why we still make everything the traditional way, developing the flavors with time and care.

Everything we cook is handcrafted, using traditional Cajun recipes. Richard’s Cajun Foods was founded in Church Point, LA in 1981 by Lonnie Richard who realized his Grandma’s Cajun specialties were becoming a Cajun favorite.

The Richard’s Cajun family traditions and Grandma’s recipes live on today using high-quality, premium ingredients and source as much as we can locally in Louisiana.

We are proud to be the original Cajun sausage company in Church Point and look forward to being a Cajun favorite for years to come.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Quality Control Manager to lead our quality assurance and control initiatives within our manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is responsible for ensuring food safety and compliance is completed at the highest level of quality and integrity and in full compliance with USDA, SQF and GMP requirements and processes. This role is critical in safeguarding product integrity, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining regulatory compliance across all manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive quality management systems aligned with ISO 13485, ISO 9001, FDA regulations, HACCP, and CGMP standards.
• Lead and coordinate quality audits to assess compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
• Oversee quality inspections throughout the manufacturing process to identify defects or deviations from specifications.
• Manage quality assurance activities including documentation control, process validation, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quality systems into production workflows and ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Conduct root cause analysis for quality issues and develop effective solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Train staff on quality protocols, inspection techniques, and regulatory requirements to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Prepare detailed reports on quality metrics and audit findings for senior management review.
• Stay current with industry regulations and standards to ensure ongoing compliance and implement necessary updates.

Requirements

• Proven experience in quality control and quality assurance within a manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 9001, USDA regulations, HACCP, CGMP, and related industry standards.
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting quality audits and implementing quality systems.
• Excellent analysis skills for identifying issues, root causes, and developing corrective actions.
• Experience in project management lead continuous improvement initiatives effectively.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train teams and influence a culture of quality excellence.
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation and reporting.
• Relevant certifications in quality management or auditing are preferred. This position offers an opportunity to play a pivotal role in maintaining the highest standards of product safety and quality within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in quality management, Engineering, Food Science or equivalent (preferred).
• At least 3 years of experience in food processing or production experience helpful but not required. HACCP Certified.
• Experience in USDA regulated manufacturing facility.
• Must have basic math skills including adding, multiplying, and dividing, Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Proven experience managing teams.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and basic problem-solving skills. You must be punctual, dependable, and able to work well with other employees. Ability to provide leadership and guidance to others, including during high pressure situations.
• Must be available and will work overtime as needed.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.

Richards Cajun Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. We are committed to fostering a fair and merit-based workplace.