Quality Leader

Position Summary:The Quality & Food Safety Leader will guide a dedicated team in upholding and advancing site-level quality and food safety standards, ensuring the consistent production of safe, high-quality products. This individual will drive the development and execution of key food safety programs while promoting a culture of continuous improvement throughout the facility. The Quality & Food Safety Leader will have the following responsibilities:Lead and manage site food safety, quality, and compliance programs, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements (HACCP, GMPs, FSMA) and internal standards.Oversee environmental monitoring, sanitation, and microbiological programs, including validation of cleaning processes and adherence to sampling plans.Drive investigations and CAPA execution for deviations while maintaining required documentation (CCPs, product release, audit readiness).Conduct audits (internal and external) and ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory and third-party standards.Analyze and report KPIs, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and deliver food safety training while partnering cross-functionally to enhance processes and sanitary design.The Quality & Food Safety Leader should have the following qualificationsBachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).3+ years of manufacturing experience with exposure to food safety, quality, or compliance.Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, sanitation, and regulatory standards; certifications (e.g., HACCP, PCQI) preferred.Audit, regulatory, or environmental monitoring experience is a plus, along with prior leadership exposure.Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills; ERP experience (e.g., SAP) beneficial.