Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Assurance Manager #36740 Location: Cedarburg, WI Company: Kemps Category: Wisconsin Job Description Due to retirement, we are seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead the quality and food safety programs at our Cedarburg, WI fluid milk and cream facility. This role is responsible for driving compliance, continuous improvement, and a strong food safety culture in partnership with plant operations. This position reports to the Director, Quality. Key Responsibilities: * Lead daily quality and food safety operations in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. * Maintain audit readiness and oversee food safety, sanitation, and quality programs. * Manage non-conformance investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions. * Oversee hold/release processes, documentation review, and KPI tracking. * Ensure compliance with specifications, preventive maintenance, and change control processes. * Lead plant quality initiatives, including EMP, lab testing, and data analysis. * Serve as primary contact for customer complaints and regulatory/customer audits. * Partner cross-functionally (Operations, R&D, leadership) to support quality and capital projects. * Develop, coach, and lead quality team members; provide food safety and compliance training. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biological Sciences, or related field (or equivalent experience). * 5-8 years of QA experience in food, beverage, or similar manufacturing environment. * Strong knowledge of both laboratory and plant current good manufacturing practices. * Prior leadership or supervisory experience (manager experience preferred). * PCQI, HACCP, and/or SQF certifications preferred (or willingness to obtain). Benefits we offer: * Comprehensive benefits package available 1st of the month after start date * 401(k) with company contribution * Competitive pay * Paid vacation and holidays * Career growth opportunities - we promote from within! * Service recognition and employee rewards * Employee referral program * Tuition reimbursement * Work with dairy farm families An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans Salary: $110000 - $120000/year