[US-HQ] Senior Director, FSQA

HelloFresh • Irving, TX

5d • $183,000 - $205,000

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Director of Food Safety and Quality to lead our comprehensive food safety and quality assurance programs. This senior position will oversee all aspects of food safety, quality control, and risk management in our meal kit operations across North America. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the food industry, strong leadership capabilities, and deep expertise in food safety regulations and quality management systems

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (Masters preferred) in Food Science, Microbiology, Supply Chain, or related
• 15+ years of experience in Food Safety, Quality, Supply Chain, or Food Manufacturing
• Well-versed in quality systems, food safety regulations, HACCP, GFSI, GMPs
• Strong understanding of food microbiology, chemistry, and processing technologies
• Experience leading multifunctional teams, managing organizational change and strong people development skills
• Superior analytical skills and operational modeling capabilities
• Demonstrated ability and hunger to deliver impact
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive food safety and quality strategies aligned with company objectives
• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure integration of quality and safety standards throughout all operations
• Lead the food safety teams at up to 10 HF sites across the continent.
• Manage working relationships with local, regional and national regulators, industry organizations, and key stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance food safety culture and operational excellence
• Ensure unwavering compliance with USDA, FDA, GFSI, and all relevant food safety regulations, standards, audits, and certifications.
• Direct the development, implementation, and maintenance of HACCP plans, prerequisite programs, and the comprehensive food safety management system.
• Proactively conduct risk assessments and execute effective, appropriate control measures.
• Maintain expert-level knowledge of evolving regulations and drive the adoption of industry best practices.
• Oversee quality control laboratory operations, testing protocols, and analytical methods.
• Define and enforce quality specifications, standards, and robust performance metrics.
• Lead the implementation and management of the Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) system.
• Manage and lead swift product recalls and critical crisis response procedures when necessary.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and comprehensive reporting mechanisms.
• Ensure integrity of documentation control and record-keeping systems.
• Recruit, lead, and mentor a high-performing, technically expert food safety and quality organization.
• Build talent through strategic training, personalized coaching, and professional development programs.
• Champion a strong, visible culture of food safety awareness and accountability across the organization by significantly elevating the overall food safety knowledge and technical expertise of the team and wider organization.
• Serve as a primary cross-functional partner to Production, Logistics, Product Development, and other departments to embed safety and quality across the value chain.
• Drive the implementation of new technologies and digital solutions for advanced quality management.
• Lead process optimization initiatives to enhance operational efficiency while upholding the highest safety standards.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate, 401K company match that vests immediately upon participation, & team bonus opportunities
• Generous PTO and flexible attendance policy
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
• Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)
• Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
• Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain
• This position is also eligible for the HelloFresh equity plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director