Manager, Quality & Food Safety

Quality Assurance Manager

This role will be responsible for ensuring that all quality procedures and standards are followed during production.

Bachelor's Degree in related field

5+ years of Supervisory or Management experience in a manufacturing environment

5+ years of experience in food manufacturing

Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects and daily activities with timelines

Review problems with cross-functional team members in order to determine best course of action

Self-motivated with ability to work on projects individually and in teams

Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills

Ability to compare and contrast aroma, color, viscosity, and flavor between product samples

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Office environment

Manufacturing environment that is hot and humid

May perform activities in an environment containing hazardous elements and requiring safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines

Must be able to sit for long periods of time

Must be able to stand for long periods of time

Must be able to wear all PPE that is required

Able to lift up to 50 lbs

Able to access all areas of the plant including those requiring access via stairs and ladders

Manages the quality assurance function to ensure all QA personnel, procedures, and processes meet or exceed the generally recognized industry standards for quality, process knowledge, technology, food safety, and sanitation.

Ensure that all USDA and company requirements are met while maintaining a good working relationship with Manufacturing Management, Plant Supervisors, and local USDA personnel.

Development and application of product quality assurance, in-process controls, and yield control programs.

Accurate and complete record keeping within means of assigned responsibility.

Works in accordance with AHN Standard Operating Procedures as outlined in HACCP, SSOP, and AHN Quality Guidelines.

Daily supervision and training of QA Department.

Point person for annual BRC audit and other certification efforts.

Work with cross-functional teams on special projects or as needed.

Adhere to all safety standards.

Adhere to all company policies and procedures.

$100,000- $115,000 / year

Ajinomoto is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, age (40 or older) or genetic information (including family medical history) for recruitment, hiring, and promotion decisions.