Our client is a partner to some of the most well known names in food, food service, and retail. They are a fast growing manufacturing company with 2 production facilities and they are looking for a Quality Assurance Manager to join their team in Orange, CA!

Location: Orange, CA
Pay: $80,000-$90,000 depending on experience 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assume leadership responsibilities for food safety, quality programs, and laboratory operations within the facility.
• Oversee the Quality Assurance (QA) department, encompassing quality management, regulatory compliance, and food safety adherence.
• Provide guidance and leadership on compliance with SQF, HACCP, and USDA regulations for plant and processing teams.
• Develop and revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to bolster the company's quality initiatives.
• Maintain meticulous records of food safety compliance as mandated by regulatory bodies or to uphold food safety certifications.
• Lead the company through various third-party audits, including those mandated by regulatory agencies, customer requirements, or certifications related to food safety.
• Investigate all instances of non-conformance in the plant, stemming from customer complaints or audits.
• Collaborate with the management team to enhance food safety, manufacturing processes, and product quality, facilitating regular product tastings and evaluations.
• Establish and uphold specifications for raw materials, manufacturing processes, and finished products.
• Design and implement employee training programs covering food safety, quality, and new product protocols.
• Evaluate and certify new vendors while ensuring ongoing compliance of existing vendors.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a food-related field such as food science, meat/poultry science, biology, microbiology, or chemistry is preferred.
• Minimum of three years of QA management experience with a progressive trajectory in a USDA-regulated plant.

Additional Requirements:

• Possess strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• HACCP training (certification preferred).
• Preferably hold SQF certification.
• Experience in Research and Development (R&D) is advantageous.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

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