Assistant FSQ Manager - Plant

The role

This person will assist with planning, coordinating, and directing a quality assurance program. They will coach, develop, and motivate a team to ensure quality production consistent with established standards.

What you will do

• Establish and maintain Quality standards and procedures for production
• Make certain GMP’s and acceptable production standards are being followed and adhered to
• Intervene to correct and realign product and/or procedures to maintain quality standards
• Oversee Sanitation of facility to meet Regulatory and Corporate requirements
• Act as liaison and contact person for Regulatory agencies involved in plant inspections
• Maintain awareness of Regulatory issues and implementation of compliance requirements
• Maintain positive communications and relationships with employees and management
• Lead personnel maintaining accurate records of all product testing and sanitation records
• File Regulatory reports as needed regarding Milk testing and record keeping
• Monitor labor costs to maintain acceptable variance

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related science plus 3-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) certification or attainment of PCQI within 12 months of hiring
• Competent in MS Office suite
• Working knowledge of laboratory tests and activities with ability to provide coverage
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form

Nice to have

• 1-2 years of supervisory experience
• Working knowledge of microbiology

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• wellness programs
• employee discounts
• retirement plans
• tuition reimbursement
• ongoing development
• advancement opportunities

Before you apply

• Employment is subject to verification of an applicant’s identity and eligibility for employment in the United States
• We are unable to assist with sponsorship at this time

About the company

Founded in 1846, HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Their portfolio includes brands such as Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, and Planet Oat.