Quality Control Manager

RUSSELL MCCALLS INC•Decatur, GA

29d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Manager is responsible for overseeing all food safety and quality assurance systems across the organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards. This role leads the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of food safety programs, including SQF and HACCP systems, and manages training initiatives to ensure alignment across all facilities.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of HACCP-based food safety systems (HACCP Certification required).
Experience with SQF systems and food safety program implementation.
Familiarity with regulatory requirements (FDA, USDA, FSMA, and Seafood HACCP 21CFR123).
Experience working with third-party auditors, customer inspections, and regulatory agencies.
Ability to develop, implement, and audit SOPs and food safety procedures.
Knowledge of sanitation programs, pest control, and microbiological testing requirements.
Ability to enforce GMPs, PPE, and OSHA standards.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook).
Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently.

Nice To Haves

3–5 years of experience in the food industry (import experience preferred).
Experience with customer complaint tracking systems and feedback programs.
Experience managing multi-site food safety programs.

Responsibilities

Participate in R&D processes for new products, including regulatory approval of product labels and verification of nutrition and ingredient information.
Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of the SQF system, including food safety fundamentals and plans.
Ensure integrity of the SQF system through communication, verification, and validation activities.
Manage plant HACCP reporting, including data collection, procedure development, and record keeping.
Perform plant floor activities such as audits, documentation updates, and compliance checks.
Facilitate and deliver food safety and quality training programs for new hires, supervisors, and management.
Manage supplier control programs, including documentation and compliance tracking.
Partner with plant Team Members to maintain compliance and improve food safety processes.
Monitor adherence to quality standards, SOPs, and product specifications.
Lead internal audits, root cause analysis, and corrective action initiatives.
Support continuous improvement efforts across food safety and quality programs.