QA Manager

We are working with a national dairy company southwest of Albany, NY that is looking for a QA Manager! This is a high producing fast paced plant that is looking for a strong QA leader. Please apply if interested!

Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Responsible for carrying out management responsibilities for the QA department
• Execute and manage Food Safety, Quality, Regulatory and Sanitation procedures, programs & policies

• Responsible for supporting in hiring and training employees
• Oversee quality control systems to include hold programs and traceability exercises; lab procedures; food safety programs, including FMSA compliance; product functionality evaluations; process verification programs; internal and external audits, and environmental microbiological monitoring programs.
• Ensure that all plant, customer and regulatory standards are met
• Develop, manage and maintain strong working relationships with vendors & suppliers
• Coordinate with suppliers, external customers & other departments on quality results, issues & requirements
• Ensures that proper sanitation procedures are utilized and that adequate sanitation tests are performed; provides troubleshooting efforts in the event of sanitation system failure.
• Communicate effectively with plant & company personnel, departments, and other internal & external teams to ensure smooth operation of processes
• Comply with all guidelines and regulations for food safety and quality (including but not limited to: OSHA, GMP, FDA, HACCP, EPA, etc.) and enforce compliance on the line and throughout the plant
• Reports all safety, quality, issues & deviations to upper management

Required Skills/Qualifications (including but not limited to):

• Bachelor’s Degree in a science related area is preferred but will take equivalent work experience  
• 5+ years hands on plant experience in QA in food manufacturing.
• Must have previous work experience in dairy manufacturing
• 2+ years of experience in a supervisory role is needed
• Hands on experience in directing food safety, quality and regulatory compliance in a manufacturing environment is required
• Proficiency and practical application of the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance and FDA standards for food and dairy manufacturers.
• Organizational, problem solving, decision making and technical skills are required
• Ability to work in a team environment and work independently with attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP applications, SAP preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are required
• Ability to understand cost containment and budgetary principles.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends in support of plant operations.