Utz Quality Foods is seeking a Quality AssuranceManager to work to work out of Hanover, PA and oversee implementation of the Utz quality and food safety programs at our High Street site.
Reporting to the Director of Quality Assurance, this position will drive all aspects of food safety and quality systems, regulatory requirements, industry audits, product identity, disposition of non-conforming product, and standards adherence within the operation.
This role includes management of the on-site QA laboratory including direct reports, routine sampling and testing, product evaluation, retain samples, equipment maintenance and calibration, and product qualification.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for the daily activities of the QA lab to ensure support of food safety and quality processes for the facility.
General oversite and implementation of the Utz quality and food safety program.
Manage a team of direct reports including a potential QA Supervisor and QA Lab Technicians across all shifts
Supports plant management in resolving non-conforming product or compliance issues
Assists in development and implementation of QA systems where needed; supports R&D functions before, during, and after commercialization
Responsible for lab testing methods and lab equipment data.
Reviews quality and food safety data and responds appropriately to out of specification results or trends
Works closely with facility leadership to foster a positive quality and food safety culture and support personnel safety and continuous improvement efforts
Serves as SQF practitioner, HACCP coordinator, and FSMA expert for the facility; leads a cross-functional Food Safety Team
Manages the development, implementation and training of food safety and regulatory programs
Oversite of the SQF program including but not limited to adherence to SQF code requirements, document and record management, monthly leadership meetings, verification, and validation activities
Spreading Joy Through Food!
Here at Utz, we have a passion for food that our associates enjoy creating, our consumers love, and our customers choose.
Our renowned family of brands includes Utz, Tim's Cascade, Hawaiian, Good Health, TGI Friday's, On the Border, Bachman, and Zapp's.
We provide a supportive, caring and inclusive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and advancement.
We believe it is important to help take care of our associates by providing benefits, resources, and programs that ensure they live their healthiest lives.
Join OneUtzTeam and help us spread joy through food for generations to come!
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Requirements:
Requires 3 to 5 years' experience in food manufacturing; Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Experience with HACCP/HARPC programs; HACCP/PCQI certification strongly preferred
SQF Practitioner certified preferred but not required.
Experience managing and working in cross functional teams.
Leadership experience in preparing for and leading teams through third party audits.
Experience integrating statistical process control methods.
Able to balance priorities and manage multiple projects on an on-going basis.
Able to effectively listen, communicate and interface across all organizational levels.
Able to maximize teamwork philosophies and achievements.
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