Manager, Food Safety and Quality Assurance
Company: Advatix, Inc.
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: May 16, 2022
Job Description:
Job DescriptionManager, Food Safety and Quality Assurance Role
Summary Our client is looking for a Manager of Food Safety and
Quality Assurance (FSQA). The Manager of FSQA reports directly to
the Director of FSQA and will oversee day-to-day operations and
long-term strategic planning of the food safety and quality
functions of the manufacturing facility which includes supply
chain, production, assembly, fulfillment, and shipping & receiving.
This role works closely with the Director of Operations, Production
Leadership and Team, Sr. Director of Supply Chain, Director of
Commercialization, Warehouse Manager, Director of Logistics,
Director of Store Operations. Job Responsibilities
- Motivate, lead, and direct the quality control department
- Prepares Staff Schedules and reviews compliance with Time
Keeping guidelines
- Assigns QA activities to staff to support operations with QA
coverage
- Develop and revise FSQA SOPs to ensure food quality and safety.
Monitor and update FSQA Program to provide continuous
improvement
- Plan and develop systems and procedures to improve the
operating quality and efficiency of the department
- Drives food safety through daily process validations by
conducting audits, side by side development, validation that team
members are trained properly and fully competent in all aspects of
their position
- Provides oversight and training for maintaining facility
cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Handle and oversee the product recall process to ensure timely
communication and execution of product recalls and completion of
related documentation
- Follow-up promptly and thoroughly on food safety complaints
from customers and effectively communicate resolutions to internal
and external stakeholders as needed
- Maintain effective working relationships with regulatory
authorities, industry trade groups, suppliers, owned companies,
internal stakeholders, and customers
- Maintain all Food Safety and Quality Assurance related
documentation and records
- Analyze results and gather corrective action plans for audit
non-conformance
- Establish & execute quarterly objectives
- Lead BRC/SQF certification across all departments Skills &
Proficiencies
- Five or more years in Food Safety and Quality Assurance
experience in the food manufacturing industry.
- Bachelor's Degree required. Preference will be given to
candidates with a B.S in Food Science or Food Technology or a
related field of study.
- Experience USDA-Regulated facility.
- In-depth knowledge of plant sanitation, FSMA, SSOP, and GMPs
- PCQI certification preferred
- HACCP certified
- SQF/BRC Practitioner experience preferred
- Problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills
- Solid communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability
to thrive in a fast-paced, flexible work environment
- Familiarity with Quality Control laboratory procedures and
equipment (pH meter, texture analyzer, Microbiology testing,
allergen residue tests, ATP swab tests)
- Bilingual - English/Spanish preferred If hired, all employees
must be vaccinated against COVID-19, unless a medical or religious
accommodation is needed as determined on a case-by-case basis.
Advatix®, Inc. is one of the world's leading providers of ecommerce
Supply Chain and Logistics Consulting Services and Solutions that
enables its clients to transform their operations for speed,
service, and cost of fulfillment and delivery of goods and services
and we are committed to an inclusive workplace that does not
discriminate against race, nationality, religion, age, marital
status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender,
or gender identity. We believe in diversity and encourage any
qualified individual to apply. We are an EEOC Employer. Powered by
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