Director of Quality Assurance at a Leading Food Manufacturing Firm
Location: New Jersey ~ Greater New York Area
Compensation: $160,000-$180,000 + Bonus
Join Our Environmental Health and Safety Team!
Are you ready to take the lead in ensuring top-notch safety and quality in a dynamic food manufacturing environment? We're looking for a Director of Quality Assurance who is passionate about innovation and excellence.
What You'll Do:
- Lead and Inspire: Oversee daily ESH operations, splitting your time between the floor and the office.
- Collaborate: Work closely with EHS, Quality, Manufacturing, Planning, Logistics, and Customer Service teams to drive continuous improvement.
- Innovate: Promote efficiency programs and foster a culture of safety across the facility.
- Strategize: Partner with senior leadership to develop and execute long-term business plans.
- Enhance Capabilities: Build processes to ensure COAs are readily available for customers.
- Ensure Compliance: Guide colleagues in meeting key regulatory certification requirements and uphold FDA, USDA, Kosher, Gluten-Free, and Organic regulations.
- Manage Recalls: Develop and maintain recall and traceability programs, including mock recalls.
What We're Looking For:
- Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in food science/engineering or a related technical field.
- Experience: 8+ years in an ESH/Quality environment, preferably in food or beverage manufacturing.
- Compliance Expertise: Proficient in USDA, FDA, or GMP guidelines and experienced with audit compliance.
- Leadership Skills: Exceptional communication, collaboration, and organizational abilities.
- Certifications: LEAN/Six Sigma/5 Whys/Pareto certifications are a plus.
- Language Skills: Bilingual in Spanish is a bonus.
Why Join Us?
- Growth Opportunities: High potential for career advancement and promotion.
- Competitive Compensation: Attractive base salary and bonus structure.
- Excellent Benefits: Including 401K match, paid maternity, adoption, and paternity leave.
- Employee Discounts: Enjoy a 40% discount on all premium food products.
If you're excited to build a unique product and lead a high-performing team, we want to hear from you! Reach out to to apply.
