Food Safety and Quality Manager (Dairy Manufacturing)

Toft Dairy, Inc•Sandusky, OH

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Safety and Quality Manager oversees all food safety, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, laboratory operations, and employee training programs. This position ensures compliance with food safety regulations while supporting product quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement throughout the facility.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
Food manufacturing experience strongly preferred
HACCP, GFSI, and/or PCQI experience preferred
Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and quality systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Nice To Haves

Food Science, Dairy Manufacturing, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain and oversee Food Safety Plans, SOPs, quality programs, and documentation
Ensure compliance with FDA, state, local, and company food safety requirements
Lead internal, customer, and third-party audits
Serve as the primary contact during external audits and inspections
Manage food safety, GMP, quality, and compliance training programs
Investigate customer complaints and implement corrective actions
Perform microbiological, allergen, environmental, and quality testing
Monitor plant sanitation, product quality, and regulatory compliance
Maintain laboratory records, equipment calibration, and testing data
Manage nonconforming products and root cause investigations
Order laboratory supplies and maintain laboratory organization
Partner with production and farm operations to support quality improvement initiatives
Promote a strong food safety culture throughout the facility