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Quality Control Manager – Cambridge, MA

Successful and growing Cambridge-Based Company with a strong Social and Environmental commitment to producing one of the finest food products in the world is currently looking for a passionate, motivated Quality Control Manager to join our Operations Team. The Company has a customer base that includes all types of business serving every food consumer market with distribution extending coast to coast and overseas. The QC Manager will be responsible for ensuring Food Safety Compliance and Quality Assurance for the Company and its products. This is a Managerial role that involves overseeing and directing, as well as training, developing all employees in Company Quality and Hygiene Standards. The QC Manager will be accountable for all departmental reports and the successful completion of Food Safety and Quality Assurance audits.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure strict compliance within all local and Federal Food Safety Standards.
• Assist with implementation and adherence to consistent Production standards and delivery of High Quality Food Products.
• Facilitate and coordinate efficient and effective Quality Standards to ensure Customer satisfaction.
• Develop employees through proper training, monitoring, mentoring, and performance reviews.
• Promote Teamwork across Departments to ensure High Quality Output and Customer satisfaction and retention.
• Ensure adherence to all Health and Safety Regulations and consistently maintain a safe working environment.
• Analyze Process Control Charts, develop Quality Control Plans and inspect system design.
• Review and respond to Customer feedback with strict emphasis on both the Company and customer’s best interest.
• Communicate and collaborate with Sales and Plant Operations teams regarding Quality Program Management, testing requirements, and inspection coordination.
• Develop and implement Internal QA Systems to support Company growth.
• Remain current on trends and changes affecting Food Safety to ensure Program Compliance under Government and Company Regulations.
• Communicate with Upper Management regarding QA and Food Safety issues and plausible solutions.
• Conduct and complete Audits and associated Reports with timeliness and accuracy.
• Maintain thorough records of Food Quality Reports, Tests, and Inspections.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Food Science, Animal Science, Quality Assurance or a related field.
• Strong Technical knowledge of Quality Assurance and Food Safety.
• Familiarity with Regulatory Agencies.
• Knowledge of GMP and GMP Audits.
• 3-7 years of experience in Quality Assurance/Control within Food Industry or Food Safety Leadership.
• Strong Managerial Skills, including hiring, training and development, scheduling, discipline, and retention of staff.
• Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills.
• In depth knowledge of HACCP, FDA, and SQF/GFSI requirements.
• Ability to think independently, as well as demonstrate strong Organizational, Planning, Implementation, and Execution Skills.
• Personable, professional, and productive within a team environment.
• Desire to consistently learn and be challenged.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and rapidly changing environment.

No Phone Calls or Recruiters please.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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