What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Director position at Good Ranchers?
About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager to lead our efforts in maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality assurance across all product lines. This individual will play a crucial role in ensuring our brand's integrity, customer safety, and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and enforcement of food safety and quality assurance (FSQA) programs, ensuring adherence to industry-leading standards.
- Oversee quality and safety oversight processes to maintain product integrity throughout the supply chain, with a focus on both raw and RTE meat products.
- Direct strategic planning and execution of HACCP plans, addressing specific risks and emphasizing critical control points and preventive measures.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards, including USDA mandates and precise labeling.
- Conduct comprehensive audits of suppliers and third-party partners to ensure alignment with FSQA standards.
- Drive initiatives to enhance brand integrity and customer safety through continuous quality improvement.
- Develop and facilitate training programs on FSQA processes, regulatory compliance, and best practices.
- Maintain accurate records to support traceability, compliance, and audit readiness.
- Effectively manage food safety emergencies or product recalls, overseeing investigations and stakeholder communications.
- Compile and present reports to senior management, detailing FSQA performance and progress.
- Analyze complex food safety and quality systems to determine trends, failures, and compliance, assisting in developing compatible solutions.
- Support other departments by ensuring food safety, quality awareness, and that regulatory requirements are communicated.
- Ensure incoming ingredients and finished products meet quality requirements and customer specifications.
- Implement corrective action and preventative action methods to ensure sustained success.
- Facilitate customer and regulatory interaction to manage expectations and ensure compliance.
- Promote teamwork by contributing to policy implementation and maintaining organizational cohesion.
