Quality Director

OVERVIEWWe are seeking a practical, hands-on Head of Quality  to lead quality operations within a high-volume food manufacturing environment. This role has full ownership of product quality, food safety programs, and quality systems across the site and plays a critical role in protecting customers, brands, and operations.This position is ideal for a quality leader with deep experience in food or ingredient manufacturing who can set standards, enforce consistency, and work closely with production to drive continuous improvement without slowing the business down.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESLead all Quality and food safety functions, including in-process checks, finished product release, and quality documentationOwn and maintain site quality systems, SOPs, specifications, and recordsEnsure compliance with food safety, regulatory, and customer requirementsServe as the primary site lead for quality issues, decisions, and escalationsOversee internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspectionsManage non-conformances, holds, complaints, and corrective actionsPartner with Operations, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to embed quality into daily productionTrack and report KPIs related to quality, food safety, and plant performanceLead, coach, and develop QC, sanitation, and quality staffDrive continuous improvement initiatives focused on consistency, waste reduction, and risk preventionQUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or a related technical field7+ years of progressive quality leadership experience within food manufacturingStrong working knowledge of food safety programs and quality systemsExperience leading audits and managing regulatory and customer interactionsProven ability to lead teams and influence production and plant leadershipDetail-oriented, decisive, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced plant settingPREFERRED EXPERIENCEHigh-volume or continuous manufacturing environmentsOversight of sanitation, HACCP, preventive controls, or GFSI programsExperience improving or scaling plant-level quality systemsExposure to lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiativesWHAT IS OFFERED$120k-$170k base salaryStable, high growth, exciting, established manufacturing operationSenior leadership role with full ownership of site quality performanceOpportunity to shape quality culture and elevate standards across the companyLong-term growth potential for a proven quality leaderWHY THIS ROLEThis is a high-impact plant leadership role with direct responsibility for food safety, compliance, and product consistency. The Head of Quality Control will be a key voice at the table, balancing strong quality standards with the realities of day-to-day manufacturing. Email Your Resume In Word ToWilson.Barnett@CyberCoders.comLooking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the position with you. Clicking apply is the best way to apply.Please do NOT change the email subject line in any way. You must keep the JobID: linkedin : WB4-1985151 -- in the email subject line for your application to be considered.Wilson Barnett - Executive RecruiterFor this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This is a new role.This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 04/27/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results.  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.Copyright © 2026 Everforth, Inc. All rights reserved.