Food Safety Leader / Laboratory Manager

Requisition ID: 54724 Location: Simpsonville, SC. Relocation assistance available. Job Summary Responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the site's Food Safety and Quality Management System to ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and SQF requirements. Manages Quality Control laboratory operations, including staffing, testing, and equipment oversight, to ensure timely and accurate evaluation of raw materials and finished products. Provides cross‑functional leadership to drive a culture of food safety, quality excellence, and continuous improvement throughout the facility. Key Responsibilities Oversee the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the site's Food Safety and Quality Management System in accordance with SQF, regulatory, and customer requirements. Ensure full compliance with SQF Code requirements, including maintaining certification, managing re‑certification processes, and ensuring ongoing audit readiness. Identify process and procedural deficiencies; develop, implement, and verify corrective and preventive action (CAPA) plans to meet or exceed compliance standards. Provide leadership and oversight for core food safety and quality programs, including:

HACCP

Product Traceability and Recall Readiness Supplier Approval, Verification, and Monitoring Environmental Monitoring Program Food Defense and Food Fraud Prevention Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) Allergen Management Program Document Control and Record Management Business Continuity and Crisis Management Control of Foreign Matter Contamination Pest Prevention and Control Serve as the site SQF Practitioner, ensuring the system is properly implemented, validated, and verified. Lead internal, external, and third‑party audits including SQF certification audits, regulatory inspections (e.g., DHEC), and customer audits; ensure timely and effective closure of all findings. Develop and maintain audit programs, including internal audits and supplier/contract manufacturer audits to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards. Provide food safety and quality training to all employees. Plan, manage, and supervise Quality Control laboratory operations, ensuring adequate staffing, proper testing procedures, equipment calibration, and timely release of materials and products. Collaborate cross‑functionally with Engineering, Operations, Process Improvement, and Purchasing to define and monitor critical‑to‑quality attributes for raw materials and finished products. Facilitate Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and implement improvements to ensure accuracy and reliability of testing and inspection systems. Execute performance management responsibilities for direct reports, including hiring, training, coaching, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions. Qualifications HAACP and PCQI certification required. Strong knowledge of SQF, FSSC, or BRC standards and requirements required. Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related field preferred. 3+ years of experience in food safety and quality within a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of GMPs and audit processes. Pay Transparency Salary Range: $81,900–$141,335. The range disclosed complies with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Offers within this range will be determined by considering relevant factors including education, experience, and internal alignment. This position may also be eligible for annual performance bonuses and other incentive programs. Sealed Air offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits designed to promote well‑being. EEO Statement Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sealed Air