Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast
Quality and Food Safety Programs Manager
Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, Bedford, New Hampshire, us, 03110
Compensation: $90,000 - $104,000(Dependent on experience)Travel Requirements: 50% Travel to our 2 Production Centers (Londonderry, NH & Hartford, CT)Why Join Coke Northeast?
Culture
- At Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, we deliver more than your favorite beverages. We deliver on a promise - to live our values by investing in our people, focusing on our customers, and championing the communities we are fortunate to serve.
Career Development
- At Coke Northeast, the career growth is truly endless. We continue to expand our territories through the Northeast bringing new opportunities to our employees to move up within our organization.
Diversity
- Our Sales Centers and Production Centers throughout the Northeast are filled with an array of personalities, cultures, and backgrounds. Our focus is to build a team that can bring refreshing new ideas and insights to the table and that begins with our diverse workforce.
Job Description
Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast is looking for a qualified Quality and Food Safety Programs Manager to join our Quality, Safety, and Environmental (QSE) Department. This key position will primarily interact with two high-speed manufacturing facilities (East Hartford, CT and Londonderry, NH). playing a vital role in ensuring product excellence.
The Quality and Food Safety Programs Manager will be responsible for:
Overseeing Quality Assurance and Food Safety Programs:
Support the implementation, and management of our quality assurance and food safety initiatives.
Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure adherence to all relevant regulations and industry standards, maintaining the highest level of product safety and quality.
Cultural Development:
Foster a strong culture of quality and food safety throughout the organization, promoting continuous improvement and employee engagement.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of management systems that align with ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, and other relevant standards and regulations.Support development, documentation and training of key quality and food safety SOPs.Ensure compliance with Coca-Cola Company KORE Quality Requirements and drive adherence to global standards.Oversee key quality department resources, including Laboratory Data Management System (LDMS) and ETQ.Support the development and implementation of robust food safety programs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.Conduct risk assessments to identify potential food safety hazards and develop mitigation strategies.Ensure food safety programs are effectively integrated into all stages of the production process.Lead internal audits and coordinate external audits with regulatory agencies and third-party certifiers.Develop and deliver training programs to ensure staff understanding and compliance with quality and food safety standards.Provide training and support to staff on the management systems, including conducting internal audits, and ensuring that corrective actions are taken.Work closely with senior management to identify areas for improvement in the management systems, and develop and implement strategies to address them.Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of quality and food safety requirements.Prepare and present regular reports on quality and food safety metrics to senior management.Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a technical field preferred.At least 5 years of experience in quality, food safety, or a similar technical field in the food and beverage industry. Previous experience within a manufacturing operation is a must.Must possess the ability to apply technical knowledge and establish credibility with highly technical audiences, with the ability to break down or modify complex technical information as needed to communicate it orally or in writing to non-technical persons.Excellent project management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across the organization.Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential.Experience with Quality Management System (QMS) databases such as EtQ is a plus.Willingness to travel and work between our two manufacturing centers (expected travel is approximately 50%). Bedford, NH based. No remote work options.Benefits & Perks:
401K with Company Match, Health Insurance starting Day 1, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Employee Referral Bonuses, Fitness Reimbursements, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, Scholarship Opportunities, and so much more!
*Benefits may vary by position, location, and union governance*
About Coke Northeast:
At Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, we start with great people and great brands, in that order. We unite around a winning workplace culture that respects all people, promotes inclusion, and inspires achievement. From the leadership team to all 3,400 of our associates in our 29 locations, we strive every day to bring our mission, vision, and values to life in the Northeast.
Still interested in learning more about our company and culture? Take a few minutes to watch the videos below:
Day in the Life of Coca-Cola Employees:
Order Builders (Warehouse)Truck Driver (Distribution)MerchandisersFleet & Cooler TechniciansMachine Operator & Quality AssuranceCoke Northeast Employees on Career Growth:
Paul (Human Resources)Rodney (District Sales Manager)Susannah (Sr. Director of Public Affairs and Comm)
BACKGROUND VERIFICATION:
Coke Northeast requires all applicants to undergo a criminal background verification process prior to commencing employment with the Company. Employment with Coke Northeast is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check. Depending on position, drug screen results and/or driving records, including minor moving violations, will be evaluated according to Coke Northeast's guidelines to determine eligibility for the position.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:
Coke Northeast is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
Culture
- At Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, we deliver more than your favorite beverages. We deliver on a promise - to live our values by investing in our people, focusing on our customers, and championing the communities we are fortunate to serve.
Career Development
- At Coke Northeast, the career growth is truly endless. We continue to expand our territories through the Northeast bringing new opportunities to our employees to move up within our organization.
Diversity
- Our Sales Centers and Production Centers throughout the Northeast are filled with an array of personalities, cultures, and backgrounds. Our focus is to build a team that can bring refreshing new ideas and insights to the table and that begins with our diverse workforce.
Job Description
Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast is looking for a qualified Quality and Food Safety Programs Manager to join our Quality, Safety, and Environmental (QSE) Department. This key position will primarily interact with two high-speed manufacturing facilities (East Hartford, CT and Londonderry, NH). playing a vital role in ensuring product excellence.
The Quality and Food Safety Programs Manager will be responsible for:
Overseeing Quality Assurance and Food Safety Programs:
Support the implementation, and management of our quality assurance and food safety initiatives.
Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure adherence to all relevant regulations and industry standards, maintaining the highest level of product safety and quality.
Cultural Development:
Foster a strong culture of quality and food safety throughout the organization, promoting continuous improvement and employee engagement.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of management systems that align with ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, and other relevant standards and regulations.Support development, documentation and training of key quality and food safety SOPs.Ensure compliance with Coca-Cola Company KORE Quality Requirements and drive adherence to global standards.Oversee key quality department resources, including Laboratory Data Management System (LDMS) and ETQ.Support the development and implementation of robust food safety programs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.Conduct risk assessments to identify potential food safety hazards and develop mitigation strategies.Ensure food safety programs are effectively integrated into all stages of the production process.Lead internal audits and coordinate external audits with regulatory agencies and third-party certifiers.Develop and deliver training programs to ensure staff understanding and compliance with quality and food safety standards.Provide training and support to staff on the management systems, including conducting internal audits, and ensuring that corrective actions are taken.Work closely with senior management to identify areas for improvement in the management systems, and develop and implement strategies to address them.Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of quality and food safety requirements.Prepare and present regular reports on quality and food safety metrics to senior management.Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a technical field preferred.At least 5 years of experience in quality, food safety, or a similar technical field in the food and beverage industry. Previous experience within a manufacturing operation is a must.Must possess the ability to apply technical knowledge and establish credibility with highly technical audiences, with the ability to break down or modify complex technical information as needed to communicate it orally or in writing to non-technical persons.Excellent project management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across the organization.Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential.Experience with Quality Management System (QMS) databases such as EtQ is a plus.Willingness to travel and work between our two manufacturing centers (expected travel is approximately 50%). Bedford, NH based. No remote work options.Benefits & Perks:
401K with Company Match, Health Insurance starting Day 1, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Employee Referral Bonuses, Fitness Reimbursements, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, Scholarship Opportunities, and so much more!
*Benefits may vary by position, location, and union governance*
About Coke Northeast:
At Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, we start with great people and great brands, in that order. We unite around a winning workplace culture that respects all people, promotes inclusion, and inspires achievement. From the leadership team to all 3,400 of our associates in our 29 locations, we strive every day to bring our mission, vision, and values to life in the Northeast.
Still interested in learning more about our company and culture? Take a few minutes to watch the videos below:
Day in the Life of Coca-Cola Employees:
Order Builders (Warehouse)Truck Driver (Distribution)MerchandisersFleet & Cooler TechniciansMachine Operator & Quality AssuranceCoke Northeast Employees on Career Growth:
Paul (Human Resources)Rodney (District Sales Manager)Susannah (Sr. Director of Public Affairs and Comm)
BACKGROUND VERIFICATION:
Coke Northeast requires all applicants to undergo a criminal background verification process prior to commencing employment with the Company. Employment with Coke Northeast is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check. Depending on position, drug screen results and/or driving records, including minor moving violations, will be evaluated according to Coke Northeast's guidelines to determine eligibility for the position.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:
Coke Northeast is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.