Quality & Food Safety Lead, Global Standards

Mars; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

In-house Mars University

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Quality & Food Safety Manager to lead the QMS and oversee food safety risk assessments across the site. The role ensures compliance with ISO 9001, global standards, and China regulations, while driving continuous improvement and quality culture.

Ideal candidates hold a BSc/MSc in a relevant field, with strong experience in quality assurance within large organizations, and the ability to lead audits, CAPA, and training programs for associates.

Qualifications

• Experience of quality assurance from a sizable organization.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and GMP/hygienic design.
• Familiar with legal food safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance Mars QMS; lead T4 feedback and T5 gap assessment; follow up deviations with CAPA.
• Collaborate with SQA/RMCT/PD on risk assessment to ensure China and Mars standards compliance.
• Coordinate annual verification activities.
• Promote quality culture and coordinate Quality Week, quarterly reviews, and quality governance.
• Lead quality capability training and build a pool of quality experts.

Skills

Problem solving

Systematic thinking

Quality assurance experience

GMP

Hygienic design

Education

BSc/MSc in Food Science, Engineering, Chemistry or equivalent

Job description

Mars is seeking a Quality & Food Safety Manager to lead the QMS and oversee food safety risk assessments across the site. The role ensures compliance with ISO 9001, global standards, and China regulations, while driving continuous improvement and quality culture.

Ideal candidates hold a BSc/MSc in a relevant field, with strong experience in quality assurance within large organizations, and the ability to lead audits, CAPA, and training programs for associates.