Nelson Connects
Quality Assurance Manager
Nelson Connects, Petaluma, California, United States, 94954
Quality Assurance ManagerYou are:
A skilled and proactive leader with a strong background in Quality Control/Assurance, eager to oversee food safety, product quality, and regulatory compliance. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are ready to take on the responsibility of running the Quality department, ensuring high standards are consistently met.Location:
Petaluma, CaThis position pays:
$80-90KWhat you will be doing:Serve as the Deputy SQF Practitioner and run the Quality department independently in the absence of the Head of Quality.Review and verify receiving, testing reports, and inspection records, and report results to the Production Manager/Head of Quality. Assist technicians with tests as needed.Ensure compliance with CDFA and regulatory requirements, including monitoring incoming milk quality, milk storage, and pasteurization processes.Escort CDFA inspectors during inspections, create regulatory inspection reports, and maintain monthly compliance records.Monitor sensory quality of ingredients, work-in-progress, and finished products to ensure consistent product standards.Verify GMP practices and document corrective actions as needed to improve facility operations.Maintain the SQF system and work closely with the Head of Quality on system compliance and improvements.Manage customer complaints related to product quality and safety, coordinating corrective action plans.What you bring:Experience: Minimum 2 years of QC/QA supervision, preferably in food or dairy manufacturing.Certification: GFSI Practitioner Certification (preferably SQF) and PCQI trained/experienced.Knowledge: General knowledge of PMO, CDFA, and FSMA compliance requirements.Languages: Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.To learn more about the workplace culture and the position, please apply !
A skilled and proactive leader with a strong background in Quality Control/Assurance, eager to oversee food safety, product quality, and regulatory compliance. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are ready to take on the responsibility of running the Quality department, ensuring high standards are consistently met.Location:
Petaluma, CaThis position pays:
$80-90KWhat you will be doing:Serve as the Deputy SQF Practitioner and run the Quality department independently in the absence of the Head of Quality.Review and verify receiving, testing reports, and inspection records, and report results to the Production Manager/Head of Quality. Assist technicians with tests as needed.Ensure compliance with CDFA and regulatory requirements, including monitoring incoming milk quality, milk storage, and pasteurization processes.Escort CDFA inspectors during inspections, create regulatory inspection reports, and maintain monthly compliance records.Monitor sensory quality of ingredients, work-in-progress, and finished products to ensure consistent product standards.Verify GMP practices and document corrective actions as needed to improve facility operations.Maintain the SQF system and work closely with the Head of Quality on system compliance and improvements.Manage customer complaints related to product quality and safety, coordinating corrective action plans.What you bring:Experience: Minimum 2 years of QC/QA supervision, preferably in food or dairy manufacturing.Certification: GFSI Practitioner Certification (preferably SQF) and PCQI trained/experienced.Knowledge: General knowledge of PMO, CDFA, and FSMA compliance requirements.Languages: Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.To learn more about the workplace culture and the position, please apply !