Quality Manager

Quality Manager Food Manufacturing

Newark, NJ

Our client is a rapidly growing USDA Food Manufacturer based in Newark, NJ. Due to recent growth, they are adding a QA Manager to their team to help provide QA oversight.

They are looking for an experienced QA Manager with 5+ years of QA experience working in a food manufacturing plant.

Responsibilities

Achieve QC and operational objectives by contributing to strategic plans.

Prepare and execute action plans based on non-conformances or internal auditing.

Implement and revise quality standards for production needs.

Identify and resolve quality and related problems.

Conduct internal audits and implement necessary changes.

Coordinate with suppliers on quality issues, new product developments, and other supply chain matters.

Maintain and improve product quality by conducting product and system audits and collaborating with management to develop new product designs and manufacturing methods.

Meet financial objectives by establishing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; and initiating corrective actions.

Prepare quality documentation and reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends, including failed processes, stability studies, recalls, corrective actions, and re-validations.

Prepare timely reports related to quality, including monthly reports, consumer complaint summaries, and yield assessments.

Maintain effective communication with all levels of plant operations, providing timely updates on quality metrics, production challenges, and improvements.

Maintaining a work environment that is organized, efficient, and in line with company’s core values.

Requirements

• Bachelors of Science degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field.
• 5+ years of QA experience (2 years in a leadership role) in a food manufacturing, preferable USDA.
• Detailed knowledge of food technology, food quality and food-related microbiology
• Expertise in food manufacturing, USDA processes and packaging.
• Knowledge of food purchasing, product costing, distribution and logistics
• Ability to manage multiple projects, organize and complete multiple projects efficiently and on time; ability to manage work with minimal supervision
• Some knowledge of Statistical Process Control desirable
• Strong Communication and verbal, written presentation skills
• Up to date with food safety laws and regulations (OSHA, USDA, FDA)
• Experience supervising and conducting internal or external FSQA audits

In return, they will offer a good base salary, benefits, and ample opportunity for career advancement. Send resume to :