Job description
Quality Manager (Food)
Chicago, IL
$110,000 - $150,000 + 10% Bonus + Progression to Director + Extensive Training + Food Safety Certifications + Exceptional Benefits + Competitive PTO + Holiday + 401(k) + Weekends Off!
Are you a Quality Engineer with a background in food manufacturing, ready to step up into a senior role where you can showcase your expertise and lead major projects across multiple sites?
Are you looking to join a market leader in a rapid growth phase, committed to reinvesting in cutting-edge machinery, exciting new projects, and the development of its people?
This industry leading food manufacturer is known for its wide range of high quality products and years of sustained success. With multiple state of the art facilities across the US and a strong track record of growth including recent acquisitions, they are now seeking a Quality Manager to drive improvements across plant quality, regulatory compliance, supply chain operations and more!
This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate across departments to uphold and improve quality standards. You will ensure compliance with food safety regulations, support the commissioning of new state of the art machinery, and work closely with suppliers to maintain consistent product quality.
This role would suit a Quality Engineer from a food background looking for a step up into a senior and lead key projects and elevate quality standards.
The Role:
- Lead multiple quality projects in collaboration with cross-functional teams including Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing
- Ensure compliance with food safety standards and quality regulations
- Partner with suppliers to uphold and improve product quality
The Person:
- Quality Engineer from a food background
- Looking to lead multiple quality projects
- Understanding of food safety regulations and quality standards
Key Words: Food Safety Management, Thermal Processing Validation, Canning Process Control, HACCP, Critical Control Point Monitoring, FDA Food Regulations Compliance, Food Safety Modernization Act, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Microbiological Testing, Retort Process Expertise, Thermal Processing Equipment, Sterilization Procedures, Process Optimization, Root Cause Analysis, Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedure Development and Implementation, Corrective and Preventive Actions, Product Shelf-life Stability, Internal and External Auditing, Supplier Quality Management, Continuous Improvement, Sensory Evaluation, ISO 22000, BRC Global Standard for Food Safety, SQF (Safe Quality Food), Batch Records Review, Cross-functional Team Leadership
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Seamus Curtin at Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
