Total Quality Manager

Gruma; California; On-site; USD 112,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) plan with matching

Relocation assistance

Shoe allowances

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

GRUMA is seeking an experienced QA Manager for its Mission Foods facility in Panorama City, CA. The role leads the Total Quality function to develop, produce and supply products that exceed customer expectations, protect the brand, and ensure regulatory compliance.

You will mentor the Total Quality team, drive continuous improvement of quality systems and food safety programs, and manage regulatory inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in food science/technology or related field required.
• 5 years of QA experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Minimum 3 years in a managerial capacity in manufacturing/quality environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead Total Quality function and mentor the Total Quality team.
• Partner with the organization to develop, produce and supply products that exceed expectations.
• Monitor continuous improvement of product quality and food safety program.
• Coordinate regulatory inspections and ensure compliance (AIB, BRC, OSHA, etc.).
• Support relocation as needed and promote a culture of quality.

Skills

Total Quality

Team leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication

Quality systems

multicultural collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in food science/technology

Job description

Company: GRUMA

Our Mission Foods facility in Panorama City CA is looking for an experienced QA Manager to proudly work at this facility. The Total Quality Manager is responsible for partnering with the rest of the organization to consistently develop, produce and supply products that exceed customer and consumer expectations.

• Protect the brand(s) ensuring the compliance to regulatory requirements.
• Engage everyone in the organization to strive for the highest standards of quality every day.
• Monitor and ensure the continuous improvement on product quality and quality system.
• Monitor and ensure the continuous improvement of the Food Safety Program
• To mentor and develop the Total Quality team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree in food science/Technology or related field required. 5 years of Quality Assurance experience in a manufacturing environment required. Bakery or food/beverage manufacturing preferred. With a minimum of 3 years of experience in a managerial capacity in a manufacturing/quality environment required. Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Extensive experience in Total Quality within consumer food production environments, with a proven track record in leading TQ teams.
• Experience with regulatory inspectors: AIB, BRC, OSHA, Military, Health Department, EPA, City & County Inspectors)
• Team management/leadership/development skills. Successful in building and mentoring high performance teams committed to quality and promoting a spirit of teamwork and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Bilingual English & Spanish desirable
• Maturity, self-confidence, and strong communication skills will be critical for this role.
• A multicultural approach to operating in a diverse business environment. Comfortable communicating and operating within an internationally matrixed environment.
• Able to perform simple analysis.
• Ability to work flexible hours including holidays and weekends.

Salary Range: $112,000.00 - $116,000.00 plus $7k annual Bonus

Our Full Benefits Package includes Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Life insurance and AD&D Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and Flexible Spending Accounts. Additionally, we offer a 401(k) plan with matching, Paid, shoe allowances, Vacation & Sick Pay, and 7 Paid Holidays.

*This position is eligible for relocation assistance.

Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles
Job Segment: Quality Assurance, Manager, Technology, Management

Gruma Corporation and its affiliates, including but not limited to Azteca Milling, L.P., are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely for the purposes of determining suitability for employment, verifying your identity, and maintaining employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act as well as state and local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity with-out imposing undue hardship on Gruma. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.