Production Quality Manager

Overview The Production Quality Manager partners closely with operations to ensure build consistency and superior quality in fresh-cut and ready-to-eat product lines. This is a hands-on role, embedded in production, and focused on being a proactive advocate for quality. The ideal candidate confidently raises issues, drives solutions, and builds strong alignment with the floor team. Responsibilities Serve as the quality connoisseur embedded within production operations. Monitor and ensure consistent quality builds that align with customer specifications. Develop, implement, and maintain QA programs and KPIs tailored to fresh-cut and RTE products. Collaborate with production, QA, supply chain, R&D, and sales to resolve issues and launch new products with quality built in. Lead investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective & preventive actions (CAPAs). Deliver training and coaching to production staff on quality standards and best practices. Analyze production quality data, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Facilitate quality-focused meetings, communicate metrics, and escalate concerns when needed. Qualifications Bachelor’s in Food Science, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field preferred. Minimum of 5 years in food manufacturing, with at least 1 year in a leadership role, ideally in fresh-cut or RTE environments. Strong knowledge of food safety standards, GMPs, and QA systems. Hands-on, results-driven, and effective communicator—comfortable speaking up in any forum. Analytical with proficiency in Excel and ERP; BI tools like Power BI or Tableau are a plus. Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Quality Assurance and Production Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr