Quality Food Safety Supervisor

Bimbo Bakeries; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading baking company as a Food Safety Compliance Manager, where you'll ensure the highest standards of food safety and sanitation across multiple facilities. In this pivotal role, you will lead audits, develop training programs, and promote a culture of safety and compliance. This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse team, implement innovative practices, and make a significant impact on food safety operations. With competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, this role is perfect for someone passionate about food safety and quality assurance.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Paid Time Off

401k & Company Match

Annual Bonus Eligibility

Qualifications

• 2+ years of supervisory experience in food safety or sanitation.
• BS degree in Food Science or related field preferred.
• Certified in HACCP and GFSI standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Food Safety and Quality Systems Audits at facilities.
• Manage departmental budgets and evaluate new methods.
• Facilitate compliance with food safety programs.

Skills

Food Safety Management

Sanitation Standards

Regulatory Compliance

HACCP Certification

Interpersonal Skills

Education

BS in Food Science

Supervisory Experience

Sanitation Certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold, Brownberry or Oroweat bread? A Thomas' English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee, Entenmann's or Marinela cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA!

More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves.

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Come join the largest baking company in the world and our family of 20,000 associates nationwide!

Top Reasons to Work at Bimbo Bakeries USA:

• Salary Range: $59,500 - $77,400
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Paid Time Off
• 401k & Company Match

Position Summary:

Under general direction, this position is responsible for facilitating development, implementation and training for comprehensive systems to ensure food safety and sanitation. The focus will be consistent adherence to documented regulatory, corporate and local regulations, standards and practices. The associate will act as primary regional Food Safety and Sanitation resource to Bimbo Bakeries USA production facilities, co-packers, distribution facilities and thrift stores. The Food Safety Compliance Manager will be responsible to conduct risk-based Food Safety / Sanitation / Quality Systems Audits at the BBU facilities, co-packers, DCs and key Ingredient Vendors. The associate will review the corrective actions for audit deficiencies and monitor the status of corrective actions at the audited facilities. The associate will lead with behaviors that promote cultural change through outstanding team-based relationships.

Key Job Responsibilities:

1. Plan, organize, direct and control the work performed by receiving staff. Develop work policies and procedures, monitor procedures for opportunities to improve. Ensure associates have adequate resources, training and are fully knowledgeable of Food Safety requirements set forth by local, state and federal agencies.
2. Assign work and set schedules and standards. Conduct performance evaluations. Support the values and policies of the organization.
3. Manage departmental budgets.
4. Evaluate new methods for achieving departmental goals in the most effective and economical manner.
5. Conduct formal facility risk assessments and prioritize work based upon assigned risks.
6. Conduct Food Safety / Sanitation / Quality Systems Audits and cultural assessments.
7. Provide timely, concise, accurate reports of the audit findings.
8. Review the facility corrective actions for inspection deficiencies.
9. Monitor the status of corrective actions at the audited facilities.
10. Facilitate compliance with all food safety programs for the facilities, including HACCP, GMP's, Allergen control, lot traceability, and associate food safety training.
11. Monitor effectiveness of Master Cleaning Sanitation Schedule, cleaning procedures, chemical usage and safety.
12. Coach / train facility management staff where necessary.
13. Lead manufacturing during regulatory audits by health departments, FDA, military, and water district.
14. Identify trends in regulatory compliance and areas needing assistance.
15. Support initiatives to reduce consumer complaints related to foreign material and mold.
16. Ensure compliance with customer requirements such as GFSI Certified Audits and AIB Inspections.
17. Take action to ensure the integrity of the SQF system.
18. Report and act to prevent food safety and quality problems.
19. Follow procedures outlined in the Food Safety and Food Quality Plans and support the SQF system.
20. Understand and promote principles of the BBU Manufacturing Transformation, including lean tools and operational discipline.

Key Behavioral Competencies:

• Provide comprehensive, timely, and value-added food safety and sanitation support.
• Manage personal travel budget and support productivity targets by reducing costs.
• Partner with Shared Services to foster process improvement and communication.
• Promote safety performance and establish a safety culture.
• Share best practices and knowledge organization-wide.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Work History:

• BS degree in Food Science or related field preferred.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience in bakery operations, quality, food safety, or sanitation.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Certified in HACCP, PCQI, Food Defense, and GFSI standards. Sanitation certifications such as AIB are preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure and multitask.

The physical and mental demands are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.