Quality Manager/Sr. Manager

QA Manager / Senior QA Manager Position OverviewThis 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 RequirementsMinimum - 4 year / Bachelors Degree - Food Science, Engineering, Food Industry experiencePreferred - Graduate DegreeYears of experienceMinimum - 5 yearsPrior 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 environmentPhysical Demands & EnvironmentGeneral 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.