Job Description
SourcePro Search is conducting a search for an experienced Director of Quality Control / Quality Assurance to lead and manage our quality programs in a fast-paced, high-volume food manufacturing environment . The ideal candidate is a certified SQF Practitioner with a proven track record of successful third-party, regulatory, and customer audits , and extensive experience in both foodservice and retail segments . This leadership role is critical to ensuring our products consistently meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance.
What You'll Do:
- Direct and oversee all QC/QA activities across food manufacturing operations.
- Maintain and improve the company’s SQF program; act as the designated SQF Practitioner .
- Lead all audit activities (SQF, FDA, , customer, and third-party), ensuring successful outcomes and timely resolution of non-conformities.
- Implement and monitor HACCP plans, food safety systems, GMPs, SOPs, and other quality-related programs.
- Supervise and develop the QA/QC team; drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Partner with cross-functional teams including Operations, R&D, and Supply Chain to optimize product quality and efficiency.
- Ensure thorough documentation, traceability, and compliance across all quality-related functions.
- Manage and respond to customer complaints, deviations, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPAs).
- Monitor industry trends and regulatory updates to ensure ongoing compliance.
What You'll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field.
- Certified SQF Practitioner (REQUIRED).
- Minimum 10 years of QA/QC experience in the food manufacturing industry, with leadership responsibilities.
- Demonstrated success managing quality in both foodservice and retail channels .
- Proven track record of passing regulatory, third-party, and customer audits .
- Deep understanding of HACCP, GMPs, FSMA, FDA regulations.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to thrive in a high-speed, hands-on manufacturing environment .
- Experience with refrigerated, shelf-stable, or specialty food products is a plus.
- Bilingual (English and Spanish) is a plus
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