Quality Manager/Sr. Manager

QA Manager / Senior QA Manager Position Overview This position reports Directly to the Director of Operations and is a key member of the leadership team. This position is responsible for developing & maintaining Food Safety & Food Quality systems compliant with BRC, FDA and Puratos Group requirements, and work with cross-functional operations teams to continuously improve performance while providing the highest quality of food safe products. Primary Responsibilities • Implement & maintain Quality Standards and programs, train employees or managers who will be responsible to execute the programs. • Ownership of key food safety programs (HACCP, PCQI, Food Defense, Food Fraud, Allergen Control, Recall/Traceability) • Assure that quality Standards are applied through internal audits and CAPA programs. • Monitor and optimize continuously Quality Systems using trends of non-conformities & CAPA's • Monitor Suppliers performance and compliance and define & coordinate supplier audit programs • Monitor effectiveness of Pest Control programs • Manage third party audits from BRC certification body, Customers, FDA and NYS Agriculture and Markets • Strengthen regulatory and certification leadership responsibilities (BRC maintenance, FDA inspections, management reviews) • Maintain records in compliance with FDA and BRC requirements • Manage customer complaint program and ensure timely investigation, response and appropriate corrective and preventive actions are taken • Establish goals, measure KPI, assess deviations and initiate actions within QA scope • Contribute on developing a culture of do it right the first time, Customer centric and Continuous Improvement along the supply chain • Facilitate alignment with production managers • Develop Knowledge of products, ingredients and processing equipment • Manage the Quality team, develop talents and competences through coaching, performance management and continuous improvement • Develop and promote a Food Safety Culture across the organization • Responsible for following the safety, food safety, quality, and efficiency of their work center • Prioritize completion of external and internal customer requests to Quality Department • ICT: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Preferred knowledge in Intelex, Bartender, SAP. Education Requirements Minimum - 4 year / Bachelors Degree - Food Science, Engineering, Food Industry experience Preferred - Graduate Degree Years of experience Minimum - 5 years Prior Knowledge/Experience • Experience with SQF or BRC • Inspection FDA or USDA experience • HACCP certified- FSMA PCQI certified • Excellent written & verbal skills • Experience in fast paced, flexible environment Physical Demands & Environment General Safety Responsibility Statements (Essential) • Actively participate in all required safety training and adhere to company health and safety policies. • Maintain a safe work environment by identifying and reporting potential hazards or unsafe conditions immediately to a supervisor. • Properly use and maintain required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), tools, and equipment. • Safety is everyone’s responsibility; all employees are expected to act in a safe manner at all times to prevent incidents. • Comply with all local, state, and federal regulations, as well as company-specific safety procedures (e.g., JHA, Lockout/Tagout). • Operate heavy machinery and equipment safely, ensuring all safety guards are in place and functional. • Maintain a safe, ergonomic workspace, including attending, and participating in safety drills and emergency evacuation training. QA • Possesses a thorough knowledge of industry standards and best practices. • Produces high-quality, accurate work with strong attention to detail. • Exhibits high levels of integrity, dependability, and trustworthiness. • Maintains a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism. Compensation • Position level (QA Manager or Sr. QA Manager) and Compensation for this position will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and overall qualifications, ranging from $100,000 to $140,000 plus bonus eligible.