Senior Director, Food Safety & Quality Assurance

KeHE Distributors; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 133,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Rx

Dental

Vision

FSA/HSA

401(k)

ESOP

Paid time off

Paid sick time

STD/LTD

Holiday pay

Job summary

KeHE Distributors seeks a Director of Food Safety & Quality Assurance to lead FSQA across multiple internal facilities and contract manufacturers. You will ensure food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, drive CAPA, and maintain GFSI certifications to protect brand integrity.

This role requires strategic leadership, strong collaboration with ops, R&D, and procurement, and travel up to 40% to oversee partner sites and audits. A deep background in food safety and QA management is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Safety, Biology, Chemistry, or related field.
• Master’s degree or relevant certifications in food safety preferred.
• HACCP and PCQI certification required; other food safety certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee FSQA across multiple internal and contract manufacturing facilities.
• Lead and maintain GFSI certifications for all facilities.
• Manage audits, CAPA, and regulatory compliance across sites.
• Drive continuous improvement in food safety and quality systems.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Regulatory knowledge

Crisis management

Quality systems

Education

B.S./B.A. in Food Science or related field

M.S. or related certifications preferred

HACCP/PCQI certification required

Tools

QMS software

ERP systems

MS Office Suite

Job description

KeHE Distributors seeks a Director of Food Safety & Quality Assurance to lead FSQA across multiple internal facilities and contract manufacturers. You will ensure food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, drive CAPA, and maintain GFSI certifications to protect brand integrity.

This role requires strategic leadership, strong collaboration with ops, R&D, and procurement, and travel up to 40% to oversee partner sites and audits. A deep background in food safety and QA management is essential.