Operational Quality Assurance Manager

Siete Foods•Austin, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a seasoned expert in the Quality Assurance and Food Manufacturing industry, this role involves managing evaluations, continuous improvement strategies, and operational knowledge within the context of tortilla chips, botana sauces, and salsas. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and possesses strong communication and problem-solving skills. They are proactive, take initiative, and can effectively manage competing priorities and multiple suppliers and vendors.

Requirements

4+ years of quality assurance in a food-manufacturing environment is required.
Strong foundation in GFSI schemes and FDA policies is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with internal auditing is strongly preferred.
Proficiency in software/desktop applications such as Word, Excel, supplier management software preferred.
Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred but not required.
Experience with shelf-stable and temperature-sensitive products is a plus.
Degree in Food Science or Technology or Laboratory Science (such as biology, chemistry or physics, etc.) or related discipline a plus.
Experience with TraceGains Software is a plus.

Responsibilities

Monitor production and perform internal audits at co-manufacturers around the country.
Maintain internal audit programs and standards at co-manufacturers.
Maintain a high level of familiarity with Siete's product line and manufacturing process for each product.
Address safety and quality concerns as they arise and recommend appropriate response plans.
Serve as the point of contact for assigned co-manufacturers when food safety or quality concerns arise.
Investigate Quality and Food Safety issues at co-manufacturers.
Assist and maintain good GFSI standing for all audits conducted at Siete owned facilities.
Attend Plant Trials and First Production Runs at co-manufacturers.
Assist with validation and maintenance of the product specification database.
Establish and maintain communication with Procurement, Operations, R&D, and suppliers to ensure specifications are accurate and current.
Assist with implementing change management from the quality department at co-manufacturer.
Monitor and ensure the continuous improvement of quality and manufacturing processes.
Maintain up to date knowledge of government regulatory and legislative activities established by federal and state agencies around food manufacturing and compliance.
Support and provide expertise to new product development and innovation activities; manage close communication with team members from Product Development, R&D, Marketing, Quality, Procurement, Legal, and Customer Delight.