**Qa Manager - Food & Beverage (Up To $130K)**

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We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Manager, Domestic Facilities and Operations (Food) to oversee our international quality program in owned and/or third-party food-grade facilities primarily in the United States and Canada. In collaboration with key stakeholders, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring quality programs through regular on-site and remote visits. Your technical expertise, internal collaboration, and facility relationships will be essential in achieving our mission of exceeding customer expectations and regulatory requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Oversee the product quality monitoring program in the facilities, including risk-based testing programs and proposals for process improvements.
• Perform or arrange for product surveying/sampling as needed.
• Lead the development, implementation, and oversight of facility-level quality requirements to support the supply chain team.
• Provide support for Quality Systems development and implementation.
• Serve as the training lead for Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Safety (FS), and Sanitary Transport (ST) for facilities and internal stakeholders.
• Conduct evaluations and onboarding of new suppliers and logistics partners, including on-site audits.
• Conduct on-site compliance inspections and internal audits for operational facilities.
• Manage the change control framework (domestic quality portion) for introducing new processes, facilities, products, and related changes.
• Lead quality investigations for supplier and logistics-related case management.
• Ensure optimal storage of products within facilities to preserve quality.
• Offer facility-level compliance support.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to balance program development and implementation with day-to-day quality-oriented and tactical work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident and collaborative leader with the ability to engage, motivate, and provide direction to peers and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel 50%+ within the United States and occasionally Canada.
• Resilience and adaptability.
• Strong data analysis, interpretation, and reporting skills.
• Global perspective and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, complex organization.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong customer focus.
• Apply technical knowledge and expertise to solve problems in real time.

Education & Experience:

• FDA food safety training and experience, including PCQI, FSMA, and FSVP.
• Experience interfacing with customers.
• Experience building and implementing projects/plans.
• 5+ years of quality management experience in food-grade storage/processing facilities.
• Certified practitioner in a Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standard such as BRC or SQF.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Certification in HACCP, USDA, or FDA is preferred. Familiarity with relevant EU legislation.
• Experience working cross-culturally with a global team.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in microbiology, chemistry, food technology, or related discipline.
• Experience in multi-site leadership.
• Experience working with agri-food ingredients, with organics experience as an asset.

Requirements of the Position:

• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 50% on average.
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the business. Permanent work location is flexible.