Palmdale, California
$68,640.00/year
Executive Search
Job ID: 51090169
Job Description
- Supervise the Kitchen QA team during processing to verify compliance with GMPs, HACCP, Risk-Based Preventive Controls, Allergen Control, and SSOPs.
- Train associates on kitchen policies, departmental procedures, and job responsibilities.
- Ensure compliance with customer food safety and hygiene requirements, product specifications, and proper documentation within the Kitchen QA department.
- Assist in researching and updating state Food Code regulations and maintaining Public Health Inspection reports.
- Oversee Kitchen QA Technicians and the Sanitation Lead.
- Regularly interact with Kitchen & Cheese Production Supervisors, the National QA Manager, the Kitchen/QA GM, the Cheese GM, the National Kitchen Manager, and the R&D Supervisor.
- 1-3 years of experience in Food Quality Assurance
- HACCP certification required
- Preferred training in Allergen Control and GMPs
- Additional certifications such as SQF Practitioner, Food Defense Coordinator, and PCQI are a plus
- Ensure compliance with minimum vendor GMP and food safety requirements.
- Conduct internal audits of kitchen operations and maintain readiness for third-party audits.
- Investigate and resolve customer store complaints in a timely manner.
- Serve as the point of contact for regulatory agencies, including but not limited to FDA, USDA, and local health inspectors.
- HACCP Certification
- Food Defense Certification
- SQF Practitioner
- Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Experience with SAP and WMS/Gold systems preferred
- Strong ability to interact with all levels of management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage and lead a diverse workforce effectively.
- Must be able to work in environments with a maximum headroom of 72 inches.
- Work in refrigerated environments with temperatures ranging from 32°F to 36°F, as well as ambient temperature conditions.
- Must be able to stand for up to two hours at a time within an eight-hour shift.
- Occasional overtime, evening, or weekend work may be required.
- This job description provides a general overview of the position’s duties and responsibilities. It is not an exhaustive list, and additional tasks may be assigned as needed.
Job ID: 51090169
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