Quality Manager

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For our state-of-the art 600+ person Lubbock, TX cheese and whey manufacturing facility, Leprino is seeking a Quality Manager to continue moving our organization to even larger levels of innovation, technological advancement, process improvement, and production efficiencies. We take pride in our vision to be "world's best", it's why we work harder, invest more, and continually innovate.

• Leads and manages daily Quality operations , ensuring production and quality standards are met through effective staffing, scheduling, and supervision.
• Drives employee engagement by coaching and developing the Quality team through training programs, performance recognition, and internal development initiatives.
• Fosters a culture of safety and accountability , overseeing departmental safety programs, setting clear safety standards, and leading by example.
• Oversees food safety and sanitation compliance , ensuring adherence to HACCP, SQF, and Corporate Quality policies, while coordinating customer issue resolution.
• Educates plant personnel on Quality Systems , including documentation, lab practices, product grading, and compliance protocols.
• Builds strong cross-functional relationships across the plant, promotes open communication, and develops strategies for addressing employee questions and concerns.
• Manages department budget and efficiency , identifying cost-saving opportunities while maintaining product quality and achieving financial goals.

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At Leprino, we believe in equal employment opportunity and make employment decisions based on each individual's unique talents, experience, skills, and knowledge; we do not discriminate on the basis of any personal characteristics. We know we are better together and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture in which all employees can thrive.

A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical / dental / vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance, vacation, ten paid holidays, sick time, paid parental leave, annual merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.

Our Story :

Leprino Foods' history dates back over 70 years, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We've grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino Foods is the world's largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the "World's Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company." To help us achieve that bold vision, we're looking for our secret ingredient : You. A motivated team member who is the best at what you do. Three passionate individuals in a small corner grocery store in the early 1950s have now grown to almost 5,000 employees throughout 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey?

The Easy Apply option through LinkedIn is not considered an official application with Leprino Foods. If you would like to formally apply for this open position, please visit careers.leprinofoods.com.

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Mid-Senior level

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Full-time

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Quality Assurance

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Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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