Job Overview
The Food Safety, Quality and Regulatory Supervisor will implement food safety management systems and ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements at an assigned facility. In this role, you will support the leadership team with thorough understanding of quality assurance safety technology, testing and auditing documentation, data collection and analysis and knowledge transfer. You will provide solutions to the leadership team regarding food safety and quality concerns. If you’re passionate about safeguarding food integrity and thrive in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you!
Key accountabilities
- Monitor regulatory activities and plant compliance with regulatory safety standards and act as a liaison for the business with external regulatory authorities.
- Ensure adherence to corporate, regulatory and facility food safety and quality requirements.
- Evaluate standard operating procedures, master schedule, verification, customer food safety and quality requirements and reporting for the team.
- Act as an intermediary between our customers and the facility to review product performance, conduct quality safety audits, review third party certifications and respond to customer questions and complaints.
- Implement product specification systems and drive continuous improvement in the areas of processes and customer focus.
- Participate in the preparation of plant tours and audits.
- Assist with various projects relating to safety, food safety, regulatory, environment, process improvement, engagement, training and others as needed.
- Responsible for personnel decisions related to hiring, performance and disciplinary actions for your direct reports. You will also spend time completing the same tasks as employees on your team.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
- Bachelor's degree in science, chemistry, microbiology, quality assurance or equivalent experience
- At least 4 years of supervisory experience
- Experience in product specification development, HACCP Plan Management
- Ability to adapt and learn in a changing work environment
- Experience with BRGCS Accreditation in Poultry Manufacturing
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability of leading people, motivation, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork and successful completion of work
- Experience interacting with external stakeholders (regulatory agencies, external manufacturers, customers)
- Lift up to 10 lbs., walk upstairs
- Ability to make decisions under pressure
- Ability to relate technical knowledge to solve complex testing and process problems
- Experience in a food manufacturing environment
- HACCP Certified
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in science, chemistry, microbiology, quality assurance, or equivalent experience?
Experience:
- supervisory: 4 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
