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Key Responsibilities -
Lead, coach, and develop the QA team to ensure strong execution of quality and food safety responsibilities across all shifts.
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Ensure compliance with applicable FDA, USDA, and state food safety regulations and customer requirements.
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Oversee facility audits including third-party certifications (e.g., BRC, SQF, AIB), customer inspections, and internal GMP reviews.
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Manage and continuously improve programs related to HACCP, HARPC, allergen control, sanitation, pest control, traceability, and product hold/release.
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Collaborate with Operations, R&D, Maintenance, and Sanitation to proactively resolve quality issues and drive root cause corrective actions.
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Lead or support investigations related to product complaints, deviations, and non-conformances.
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Ensure documentation and data integrity across all QA systems, including product testing, calibration records, and process control charts.
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Develop and monitor quality KPIs and present metrics to plant and corporate leadership.
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Partner with HR to ensure QA training programs are maintained and effectively implemented.
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Support implementation of corporate and customer-driven quality initiatives at the site level.
Qualifications -
Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field.
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Minimum 5-7 years of progressive QA/Food Safety experience in a food manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
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Strong knowledge of FSMA, HACCP, GMPs, and food safety regulatory compliance.
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Experience with bakery or high-volume food manufacturing environments strongly preferred.
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Demonstrated success leading teams and managing third-party audits.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; data-driven decision-making required.
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Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills.
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Proficiency with QA software systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Plex, etc.).
Working Conditions -
Based full-time on-site at the LaPorte Bakery.
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Must be available to support QA coverage across all shifts as needed.
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Exposure to a manufacturing environment with variable temperatures and allergens.
Date Posted: 06 June 2025
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