Food Safety & Quality Manager
About The Position
The Food Safety & Quality Manager oversees implementation of Quality Assurance programs at TreeHouse Foods’ Green Bay, Wisconsin site, a manufacturer of pickles. The role is responsible for maintaining product quality, food safety, and sanitation in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements. It manages QA and sanitation programs, develops quality and sanitation leaders, supports regulatory readiness, and partners across functions to resolve issues and advance plant quality objectives. The role oversees food safety and regulatory programs, serves as the plant liaison to regulatory authorities and third-party auditors, and leads resolution of quality issues such as customer complaints, product holds, and incidents. It also contributes as a key member of the Plant Steering Team. This is a full-time, onsite, first-shift position, with occasional flexibility required to support alternate shifts.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of supervisory experience in a food manufacturing environment.
- In-depth knowledge of sanitation practices, GMPs, FDA/USDA regulations, and third-party audits.
- Hands-on experience with GFSI certification, CFR expectations, pre-operational inspections, and SPC systems.
- Demonstrated problem-solving, leadership, and analytical skills.
- Experience creating, executing, and monitoring manufacturing technical standards and procedures.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Nice To Haves
- SQF Practitioner certification.
- Food Defense Program leadership experience.
Responsibilities
- Oversee, implement, and maintain QA programs, including Formula Control, Allergen Control, Non-Conforming Products, Recalls, Food Safety Plans, and pest control systems.
- Develop, implement, and manage sanitation programs for daily and periodic facility cleaning.
- Define and enforce laboratory practices and quality policies.
- Ensure compliance with company, state, and federal sanitation regulations.
- Collaborate with R&D to improve product quality and cost-effectiveness, support product changes, and oversee plant testing.
- Monitor raw material compliance and manage supplier communications.
- Coach, mentor, and develop quality and sanitation leaders and supervisors.
- Provide quality and food safety training for employees at all levels.
- Conduct GMP and sanitation audits and summarize technical data to identify trends and corrective actions.
- Support quality systems and initiatives such as SPC, SQF, and continuous improvement processes.
- Lead efforts to resolve quality-related issues, including customer complaints, product holds, and incidents.
- Maintain and oversee food safety regulatory programs to meet FDA and USDA requirements.
- Serve as the plant liaison for regulatory authorities, including USDA, FDA, and third-party auditors.
- Analyze and interpret microbiological results and initiate corrective actions.
- Participate as a key member of the Plant Steering Team.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits program with eligibility beginning on the first day.
- 401(k) program with a 5% employer match and 100% vesting upon enrollment.
- Paid time off, including four weeks of vacation, five sick days, parental leave, and 11 company holidays, including two floating holidays.
- Paid training, tuition reimbursement, and access to DevelopU, an educational platform with more than 10,000 free courses.
- Access to wellness and employee assistance programs.
- Opportunities to participate in Employee Resource Groups.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
