MANAGER FSQA TECH SERVICES

Standard Meat•Dallas, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The FSQA Manager (FSQM) is responsible for Quality Management System (QMS) compliance. The FSQM manages all company-wide, quality policies, procedures, processes, programs, and practices, to assure the company of continuous conformance with appropriate standards and regulations. This position is at-will, and nothing in this job description is intended to create a contract of employment. We are people powered! If you want to build strong relationships, grow professionally and personally, and produce quality, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent industry experience)
a minimum of 3 years of hands-on manufacturing experience with supporting courses of problem solving, and training
BRC or GFSI audit experience
Ability to effectively develop subordinates through special training, coaching and exposure to new opportunities
Effectively communicate both in written and verbal form in English (Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus)
Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Quality orientation and high attention to detail
Problem analysis and resolution
Decision making, prioritization, and organizational skills
Exhibits leadership qualities, with excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize to changing situations
Good attendance is a must
must be flexible to working different shift hours including weekends when necessary

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual in Spanish

Responsibilities

Conduct regulatory response to notices, directives, guidelines and recommendations
Ensure effective implementation of quality programs manuals
Conduct routine validation of pre-requisite and food safety programs including annual reassessments with management teams
Develop & maintain facility HACCP plans
Manage and lead the efforts to maintain BRC certificate
Monitor adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices
Verify compliance to customer quality specifications through program documentation
Monitor and verify quality process controls
Provide problem solving skills with the use of data collection and interpretation
Conduct decision making with “panoramic view”, sensitive to extra-departmental implications and constraints
Work cooperatively with management team to ensure accomplishment of overall plant objectives
Promote positive team dynamics through consistent and effective feedback to all levels of the organization
Accountable for the compliance verification and implementation of the following responsibilities; food safety and regulatory requirements, quality systems, and product specification.
Plan and schedule teams for successful completion of necessary task objectives
Manage and supervise shift teams typically compromised of 6 to 8 employees
Generate reports and documents to sustain auditing, corrective actions, R&D efforts, export filing, and customers requests as needed
Verify product handling for production runs pertaining to export and process verified
Provide leadership to external auditing by implementing corrective actions and serving as point of contact to the following groups
Manage internal inspections for the following areas
Supervise sanitation of general welfare areas
Conduct program validation work through laboratory analysis
Investigate customer quality complaints and inquiries
Perform system food security tests through software traceability, yield investigations, partial packing, load procurement & shipment, and cold-chain verifications
Coordinate and maintain trend reporting and productivity data
Assist in manufacturing/shipping/receiving/administrative functions as needed
Establish and monitor productivity standards for team members
Facilitate a positive and productive work environment
Provide training necessary to continuously develop team members
Ensure adherence to all safety requirements
Communicate all quality & food safety issues with appropriate individuals
Ensure adherence to all company policies
Manage inventory of all related QA supplies
Supervise, evaluate, and ensure positive and compliant performance of subordinate employees
Perform administrative duties such as: time & attendance, disciplinary, performance evaluations, and training
Remain available and accessible to respond and address QA issues when necessary
Other duties as required to perform position