What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Manager position at Trader Joe's?
Who are we?
Trader Joe's is your favorite neighborhood grocery store! With 575 stores nationwide (and growing), we are the place to be. Looking for something delicious and a friendly conversation? At Trader Joe's, you can find both. We love being your first and favorite place to shop.
What do we do?
Like shopping at Trader Joe's? Then, maybe you'll love working with us. We are looking for an experienced Quality Control Manager who is searching to do what they'll love! Do you have experience in managing Supply Chain food safety compliance? Do you love food? If so, read on! We may have the role of a lifetime for you!
Trader Joe's is unlike any place you've ever worked. Trust us on that. The qualified Quality Control Manager has at least 3 years of experience and is a raving fan of the Trader Joe's concept. A Bachelor's Degree in quality control or food technology is strongly preferred. This role is based in our Service Center in Franklin, KY.
The Quality Control Manager is responsible for:
- Ensuring vendors are in compliance with Trader Joe's Minimum Vendor Requirements throughout the Supply Chain.
- Effectively ensuring food safety compliance standards are being followed by Service Center teams and operations.
- Supporting the Product Integrity Committee to ensure effective regulatory compliance while minimizing exposure of the company.
- Managing customer complaint systems and provide guidance and support to Service Center Warehouse and Logistics teams in continuous improvement objectives.
- Initiating appropriate corrective action when non-conformances occur.
- Conducting trainings with a focus on Quality Control processes.
- Ensuring necessary documentation is complete, accurate, and properly maintained.
- Recommending measures to improve quality of product and quality systems.
- Working collaboratively with other departments.
The Quality Control Manager has:
- A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in quality control, food technology, food science, or related combination of education and experience.
- Prior experience working in warehousing with a focus in Quality Control/Assurance.
- HACCP, PCQI, SQF certifications.
- Experience handling recalls and product safety concerns.
- Prior experience in Microsoft Office systems.
We want to hear from you!
We get a lot of resumes; so to help us get to know you better, please submit your resume and cover letter. When creating your cover letter, please answer these questions:
- What is your favorite Trader Joe's product and why?
- What makes you uniquely qualified for this position?
Trader Joe's is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring a diverse Crew.
