Food Safety & Supplier Quality Manager l Growing Food Company

Job title: Food Safety & Supplier Quality Manager l Growing Food Company in Chicago, IL at Michael Page
Company: Michael Page
Job description: Our client, found in over 30,000+ stores across the globe, is looking to bring on a Supplier Quality Manager to their team to manage their supplier and co-manufacturer base. This role will require some travel, but be hybrid when not on the road.

• Work alongside the Director of FSQA to design and execute comprehensive plans that align with the company's objectives, focusing on ensuring the delivery of safe and premium quality raw materials and final products.
• Collaborate with both internal teams and external partners to create, implement, and continually refine FSQA strategies for suppliers, ensuring top-notch product consistency and compliance.
• Serve as the key FSQA liaison, providing both remote and on-site support to manufacturing partners, logistics providers, and suppliers, addressing challenges, fostering improvements, and ensuring that all production processes meet the required standards, certifications, and customer specifications.
• Team up with internal departments, such as Procurement, R&D, and FSQA, alongside external collaborators, including manufacturers and suppliers, to develop, maintain, and optimize FSQA programs that drive operational excellence.
• Lead audits and reviews of critical partners, including suppliers, co-manufacturers, and logistics companies, working together to identify root causes and implement corrective actions based on audit results.
• Ensure that partners maintain required certifications such as SQF, Organic, and Gluten-Free, overseeing corrective actions and resolving any audit issues through thorough analysis and strategic improvements.
• Provide support for resolving FSQA concerns related to materials, ingredients, packaging, and products, offering remote and on-site assistance and collaborating on root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Support R&D and special initiatives with technical expertise, ensuring smooth integration and adherence to FSQA standards across all operations and locations.
• Deliver FSQA training to both internal and external teams, equipping stakeholders with the knowledge and tools to meet quality assurance requirements.
• Analyze and share FSQA-related data, including consumer feedback and complaints, to inform and drive continuous process improvements across the board.
• Partner with stakeholders to define and monitor key FSQA performance indicators (KPIs), communicating progress and ensuring that goals are consistently met and exceeded.
• Contribute to special projects and initiatives as outlined by the Director of FSQA, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and continued operational success.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.Company growth has been 5x over the last 3 years!Hybrid opportunity!Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Microbiology, Food Engineering, or a similar discipline.Active certifications in HACCP and/or FDA FSMA HARPC and PCQI.Over 8 years of supervisory or managerial experience in FSQA within food or beverage manufacturing, particularly in USDA or FDA-regulated environments.Strong track record in creating, executing, and enhancing HACCP and/or FDA FSMA-compliant Food Safety Plans, along with managing essential programs such as GMP, Allergen Control, Environmental Monitoring, and Sanitation.In-depth knowledge of current GFSI certification standards like SQF, BRC, and others, with hands-on experience leading and refining food safety certification processes as an SQF/BRC Practitioner.Proven expertise in effective communication and teamwork with regulatory agencies and both internal and external teams, ensuring the efficiency of FSQA programs and resolving any operational challenges or conflicts.Our client is a powerhouse in the meat manufacturing industry, experiencing explosive growth - over 5x in just the last three years! With ambitious plans to keep expanding, they're focused on building a top-tier leadership team. While their manufacturing sites are spread across the U.S., their headquarters is based in sunny California.They're also making a big impact in Chicago, where they've just opened a brand-new, state-of-the-art office in the heart of the Loop. More than just growth, our client truly values their employees. They offer an incredible benefits package and host monthly appreciation events to show their gratitude.This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing company that's on track to dominate the market, with plenty of room for personal and professional growth as they continue to thrive.

• Base Salary between $100,000 - $115,000
• Bonus of 10%
• 3 weeks of time-off
• Covers 100% of Medical Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan
• Hybrid when not travelling (40% travel max)

Expected salary: $100000 - 115000 per year
Location: Chicago, IL
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