Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsWork life balanceRoom for GrowthAbout Our ClientFood Manufacturing CompanyJob DescriptionOversee all plant-level quality assurance and quality control programs, ensuring compliance with FDA, USDA, HACCP, FSMA, and customer requirements.Lead, develop, and coach the QA team, fostering a culture of accountability, food safety, and continuous improvement.Maintain and enhance the facility's food safety and quality systems, including GFSI certifications (e.g., SQF, BRC).Lead internal and external audits and manage follow-up actions to drive ongoing compliance and readiness.Partner cross-functionally with Operations, R&D, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to resolve quality issues and drive process improvements.Investigate customer complaints, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).Monitor KPIs related to product quality, customer satisfaction, and operational performance.Review and approve specifications, batch records, testing protocols, and sanitation procedures.Stay current with industry trends, emerging regulations, and quality best practices.Serve as the primary quality point of contact for key customers, third-party auditors, and regulatory agencies.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful Applicant7+ years of Quality Management or Director-level experience in a food manufacturing facilityBachelor's degree a plusStrong knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, FSMA, and GFSI schemes (e.g., SQF, BRC).Demonstrated experience leading regulatory and third-party audits.Proven ability to build, lead, and mentor high-performing quality teams.Strong problem-solving skills with experience in root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., CAPA, Six Sigma).Excellent communication, interpersonal, and project management skills.Experience working in a high-volume manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.What's on OfferGreat Benefits Package401kPTOBase compensation between $135k-175k DOEContactClaire PorterQuote job refJN-102024-6560208Job summarySectorEngineering & ManufacturingSub SectorQuality, TechnicalIndustryFMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)LocationCulver CityContract TypePermanentConsultant nameClaire PorterJob ReferenceJN-102024-6560208