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Located in Fredericksburg, PA, Bell and Evans is the established expert and industry leader of humanely raised, premium chicken, selling exclusively to premier outlets. Since 1894, we pioneered many industry firsts and lead through innovation, with standards second-to-none. Here, you’ll have the ability to influence change and see your ideas come to fruition. Our decisions are based on what’s best for our chickens and customers, not cost. Trust in a company that has stood the test of time and work for the best in the industry.
Job Summary
The Senior QA Manager is responsible for the implementation and effectiveness of the assigned facility’s Food Safety, Quality and Regulatory Programs..Assures implementation and continuous improvement of programs; recruits, hires and retains top talent to organization and QA Team. This position will build relationships and partner with the internal plant team to lead the continuous improvement and ‘First Time Quality’ Culture for the assigned Bell & Evans facilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Team Leadership – Recruit, Hire and Manage the QA team to support the facility operations.
- Establish and maintain key relationships with internal and external customers, regulatory agencies (USDA, PDA and/or FDA) and certification bodies.
- Establish and manage the QA Functional Budget.
- Develop and maintain the site-specific HACCP, SSOP Quality & Pre-Requisite Programs.
- Maintain and collaborate with internal and external resources to support troubleshooting and continuous improvement opportunities.
- Develop key process indicators and utilize data to validate and improve processes.
- Maintain documentation and validation programs to support all QA Programs.
- Invests in on-going personal and team development and education.
- SQF Practitioner for assigned facility. This position has site responsibility for Food Safety. The Sr. Food Safety & Regulatory Manager will act as the primary SQF practioner back-up for this position.
The essential duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature of this position. The list is not intended identify all responsibilities. May perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field and 5+ years’ Quality Assurance Management experience in the food industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of USDA- FSIS, FDA and HACCP requirements.
- HACCP Certified
- PCQI Certified preferred
- GFSI certification – SQF Practioner preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
- Must be able to travel up to 10% of the time
- Excellent planning, organizational and project management skills
FOOD SAFETY:
- Take a proactive role in assuring safe, quality products are produced by immediately addressing any safety or quality concerns. This position will serve as the back-up for the Sanitation Supervisor.
Benefits Package
– Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage offered
– PTO and Holidays
– 401k Match
– Life Insurance
– Competitive pay
– Medical Clinic and Free Prescriptions
