Director of Quality

My client is looking for a Director of Quality that will focus on ensuring that our client is able to safely deliver the best products to their customers and consumers.

Client Details

Food & Beverage Manufacturing Company

Description

Quality Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive quality strategy aligned with company goals and regulatory requirements.
• Champion a culture of quality across the organization, from product development to production and distribution.
• Lead and mentor the Quality team, fostering professional growth and collaboration.

Regulatory Compliance & Audits

• Ensure compliance with all relevant local, federal, and international food and beverage safety regulations (e.g., FDA, FSMA, HACCP, SQF, ISO standards).
• Oversee and coordinate internal and external audits, certifications, and inspections.
• Manage documentation and reporting for regulatory bodies, ensuring transparency and accuracy.

Quality Assurance & Control

• Establish and oversee quality metrics, KPIs, and performance dashboards to monitor product quality and identify improvement areas.
• Develop and refine SOPs, GMPs, and quality testing protocols for raw materials, production processes, and finished goods.
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints and non-conformance issues, implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with R&D, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to integrate quality standards into new product development and production processes.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure raw material quality meets or exceeds expectations.
• Provide guidance on continuous improvement initiatives and implement lean quality practices.

Sustainability & Innovation

• Drive initiatives to enhance product sustainability, aligning quality processes with the company's environmental goals.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, introducing innovative quality practices to improve efficiency and product excellence.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive quality management experience in the beverage or food manufacturing industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• In-depth understanding of quality assurance methodologies, regulatory compliance, and risk management in the Food or Bev industry.
• Expertise in food safety programs, such as HACCP, FSMA, and GFSI schemes (e.g., SQF, BRC).
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities, with experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in quality software and tools, as well as data analysis platforms.

Job Offer

• Great Benefits Package
• 401k
• PTO
• Base compensation between $165-$195k DOE
• 20% bonus

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