Corporate Quality Assurance Manager

Job Summary

Assist the Director of Quality Assurance in managing our Quality Assurance & Biosecurity Programs for the assigned facility. Reports to Director of Quality Assurance.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform internal audits of Quality Assurance, HACCP and Biosecurity Programs and work with plant personnel on corrective action.
• Accompany customers on Quality Assurance and Feed Safety audits at the plant.
• Assist the Director of Quality Assurance with the management of the company's antioxidant application program.
• Assist with the company's customer complaint program, working with the plant on corrective action and providing feedback to Sales for resolving complaints with customers.
• Assist with the management of the company's Mock Recall Program and annual supplier Feed Safety Certifications.
• Train plant management and personnel in Biosecurity, HACCP and GMP programs.
• Contribute product development ideas and work on product development teams as appropriate.
• Provide support to the company's two central analytical laboratories.
• Work in other activities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Quality Management, Meat Science or related field OR Minimum 3 years of industry experience in a quality-related role.

Preferred Qualifications

• HACCP certification preferred.
• Experience with plant Quality Systems and HACCP/GMP Plan auditing is desirable.
• Experience in the Pet Food Industry and with animal byproducts is desirable.
• Excellent math skills, including statistical analysis.
• Highly organized, self-motivated with superior time management skills.
• Exceptional communication skills both written and oral.
• Work well with all levels of the corporation.

Work Environment:

This position will be located in Irving, TX.

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