Site FSQA Manager
The Judge Group Inc.

Job Info

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Location: Dodge City, KS
Salary: $115,000.00 USD Annually - $150,000.00 USD Annually
Description:

• Lead and manage investigations related to food safety, sanitation, and quality. Ensure critical issues are thoroughly addressed with appropriate corrective actions.
• Foster a culture of learning and continuous improvement by coaching and mentoring others.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Facilities & Engineering, and Quality & Technical teams to elevate product quality and the production environment.
• Oversee the effectiveness of environmental monitoring and pre-operational inspection programs. Implement modifications for continuous improvement.
• Enforce and audit Site Hygiene & GMP policies to ensure compliance.
• Manage sanitation programs, including CIP validation, environmental cleaning, and pre-operational inspections.
• Leverage external resources to support quality and sanitation objectives.
• Identify and implement process and system improvements.
• Lead the site laboratory & Food Safety budget planning and gain approval for capital expenditure projects.
• Maintain Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and enforce laboratory safety.
• Prepare for and manage site regulatory inspections and visits.
• Oversee laboratory operations, driving reliability, consistency, and accuracy in testing and results reporting.
• Coordinate selected GFSI certification programs, manage Kosher & Halal programs, and serve as a designated SQF substitute practitioner.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 7+ years of experience OR Master's degree with 3+ years of experience.
• Strong understanding of food safety & quality management principles.
• Ability to obtain relevant certifications (PCQI, GFSI preferred).
• Experience with HACCP plan development, auditing, and regulatory requirements.
• Commitment to continuous development of food safety & food regulation knowledge.
• Strategic understanding of production operations management for quality, yield, and cost (preferred).

Competitive Advantage:

• Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience OR Master's degree with 5+ years of experience.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations & inventory management (preferred).
• Advanced understanding of Food Safety Related State and Federal Regulations (including PMO, if applicable).

Contact: bmhill@judge.com

This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Find us on the web at www.judge.com

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