This position directs the staff and procedures of the Quality Assurance Department’s Supervisor and Technicians providing leadership and instruction in the implementation of programs, policies, and objectives to ensure corporate quality, culture, volume, service, and cost goals are met in QA. This position is responsible for the development and maintenance of Quality Assurance programs to include SPC programs, data analysis and report generation. This position, with works in collaboration with Sanitation Manager, to ensure cleaning procedures on the production plant, equipment, food contact surfaces, and facility grounds are completed according to FDA, State Regulations, OSHA, USDA, SQF, D.E.P/E.P.A., and company SOP standards. Responsibilities also include making decisions on product QA standards and reviewing programs and processes to ensure compliance including but not limited to regulatory, GMP, organic, food safety, etc. Provides technical expertise and relevant training to Quality Assurance Supervisor and Technicians.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES |

· Supervises day to day QA function on two shifts, including training employees on QA policy and procedure. Provides leadership presence and performance direction on all three shifts.

· Develops, maintains, and improves QA test methods, specifications, and programs.

· Ensures that in-process and finished goods conform to in-house quality policies and procedures as well as all other applicable regulatory guidelines.

· Reviews programs, records, and product to ensure compliance.

· Governs HACCP Program(s) to ensure compliance to CCP’s and corrective actions. Performs reviews, modifies and/or makes changes to the program if necessary.

· Ensures that GMP’s, SOP’s, SSOP’s and quality standards are recognized, understood and maintained throughout the Company.

· Works across all disciplines to ensure the Company maintains a state of readiness for inspection by regulatory agencies.

· Coordinates and performs all vendor qualification and compliance audits.

· Performs all tracking activities of raw materials and finished goods.

· Conducts mock recall program to ensure compliance.

· Under the guidance of the Senior Management and Plant Manager, acts as a liaison with external parties on matters relating to quality systems and/or certifications.

· Develops, manages and maintains a compliant document control system.

· Generates, designs, and maintains reports, databases, and spreadsheets to analyze data, communicate to Management and applicable departments. This also includes responsibility for Document Database Library.

· Maintains FDA testing equipment and supplies.

· Conducts inspections of processing facilities to ensure compliance with regulatory, GMP, food safety, all natural programs.

· Maintain and assist in the documentation of product development and/or production testing.

· Responsible for legal reviews for retail packaging.

· The QA Manager | Director is also the contact for the new FSMA regulations and is certified in PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) for Human Food regulation.

SAFETY PROCEDURES AND EQUIPMENT |

Follow all established safety procedures as specified in the Safety Policy and Manual.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS |

· Minimum of 5-7 years quality and leadership experience in a food manufacturing environment – strong bakery experienced preferred

· Solid interpersonal skills

· Solid verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to analyze and interpret data

· Ability to follow procedures and ensure compliance to specifications

· SQF Practitioner a must

· College Degree in Food Science Curriculum a must

· HACCP, Food Safety and OSHA Certifications preferred

· Bilingual skills – Spanish is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lawrence, MA 01841: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
• HACCP: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location

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