Senior Produce Quality & Compliance Manager

Kimball & Thompson Produce; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Weekly Paid

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

KT Produce in Arkansas seeks a quality-focused leader with 3+ years in fresh fruits and vegetables to monitor quality across receiving, warehousing, and distribution. You will ensure compliance with standards, investigate issues, and drive CAPA while partnering with operations to improve efficiency.

Ideal candidates have strong English communication, leadership experience, and proficiency with common PC tools. This role offers growth opportunities in a fast-paced food-service environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience working with fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Speak and write English satisfactorily.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Proficient PC skills and common email systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor product quality throughout receiving, warehousing, and distribution processes.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct routine inspections and quality assessments of products.
• Review and analyze quality data, trends, and non-conformance reports to identify improvements.
• Investigate quality issues, determine root causes, and implement CAPA.
• Collaborate with Operations and Buyers to improve quality and efficiency.
• Provide regular reports and recommendations to senior leadership on quality performance.
• Promote a culture of quality, food safety, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Team development

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ years leadership or supervisory experience

Job description

KT Produce in Arkansas seeks a quality-focused leader with 3+ years in fresh fruits and vegetables to monitor quality across receiving, warehousing, and distribution. You will ensure compliance with standards, investigate issues, and drive CAPA while partnering with operations to improve efficiency.

Ideal candidates have strong English communication, leadership experience, and proficiency with common PC tools. This role offers growth opportunities in a fast-paced food-service environment.