What are the responsibilities and job description for the DIRECTOR OF QUALITY [FOOD MANUFACTURING, DRY GOODS] position at Fulcrum Search Services?
Job Title : Director of Quality [Food & Beverage Manufacturing, Dry Goods]
Location : Buena Park, CA
Salary : $120-140k per year, (On-site)
Travel : 10-15%
Job Summary :
Our client, a leading food & beverage manufacturing company located in the Buena Park Area, is seeking an experienced Director of Quality to oversee and enhance their quality assurance, sanitation, and regulatory team. This pivotal role involves developing and executing strategic quality initiatives, policies, and procedures, as well as leading a dedicated team to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, including FDA, USDA Organic, Kosher, Halal, and SQF certifications. The Director of Quality will work closely with cross-functional teams to uphold quality standards throughout the product lifecycle, leveraging data analytics for decision-making and process optimization, while addressing customer complaints and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities :
- Direct and manage quality assurance, sanitation, and regulatory activities.
- Develop and execute strategic quality initiatives, policies, and procedures.
- Build, lead and mentor the quality assurance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
- Conduct thorough audits and inspections to identify and rectify areas requiring enhancement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality standards are upheld throughout the product lifecycle.
- Leverage data analytics to inform decision-making and optimize processes.
- Address and resolve customer complaints, developing strategies to enhance satisfaction.
- Provide ongoing training and professional development opportunities for team members.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, regulations, and standards.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and manage necessary documentation for approvals and audits, including FDA, USDA Organic, and SQF certifications.
Qualifications :
Salary : $120,000 - $140,000
