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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Food Quality Assurance Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the quality and safety of our food products, ensuring they meet all regulatory and company standards. This role involves developing and implementing quality assurance policies, conducting regular inspections, and leading a team of quality assurance professionals. The Food Quality Assurance Manager will work closely with production, procurement, and R&D teams to ensure that our products are safe, consistent, and of the highest quality. The successful candidate will have a strong background in food science, quality control, and regulatory compliance, with excellent leadership and communication skills. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to continuous improvement. If you are passionate about food safety and quality, and have the expertise to drive our quality assurance processes, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
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- Conduct regular inspections and audits of production facilities.
- Ensure compliance with all food safety regulations and standards.
- Lead and manage a team of quality assurance professionals.
- Collaborate with production, procurement, and R&D teams.
- Investigate and resolve quality issues and customer complaints.
- Maintain accurate records of quality assurance activities.
- Develop and deliver training programs for staff on quality standards.
- Monitor and analyze quality performance metrics.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure proper documentation and labeling of products.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
- Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes.
- Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory agencies.
- Develop and manage quality assurance budgets.
- Ensure proper sanitation and hygiene practices are followed.
- Review and approve product specifications and formulations.
- Develop and implement corrective action plans.
- Ensure traceability of products throughout the supply chain.
- Promote a culture of quality and safety within the organization.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in food quality assurance.
- Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and standards.
- Experience with HACCP, GMP, and other quality management systems.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality management software.
- Experience with auditing and inspection processes.
- Knowledge of product development and manufacturing processes.
- Ability to develop and deliver training programs.
- Strong project management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
- Experience with risk assessment and mitigation.
- Ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements.
- Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
- Willingness to stay updated on industry trends and best practices.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with HACCP and GMP?
- How do you handle a situation where a product does not meet quality standards?
- What strategies do you use to ensure compliance with food safety regulations?
- Can you provide an example of a successful quality improvement initiative you led?
- How do you stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes?
- Describe your experience with leading and managing a team.
- How do you approach training staff on quality assurance practices?
- What methods do you use to monitor and analyze quality performance metrics?
- Can you discuss a time when you had to resolve a major quality issue?
- How do you ensure proper documentation and traceability of products?
- What is your experience with conducting audits and inspections?
- How do you collaborate with other departments to ensure product quality?
- Describe your approach to risk assessment and mitigation.
- How do you handle customer complaints related to product quality?
- What tools and software do you use for quality management?
- Can you discuss your experience with product development and manufacturing processes?
- How do you promote a culture of quality and safety within an organization?
- What are your strategies for continuous improvement in quality assurance?
- How do you manage quality assurance budgets?
- What is your experience with external auditors and regulatory agencies?