Head of Quality Control

Are you a proven Safety & Quality leader ready to make a meaningful impact in a high-performance food and beverage manufacturing environment?

The Hiring Advisors is partnering with a Global Manufacturer to hire an experienced Head of Quality to oversee food safety and quality programs in the Boulder area. As the Head of Quality, you will build and manage best-in-class Quality and Food Safety (QFS) systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Operations, Sales, Marketing, and third-party partners, to deliver safe, high-quality products that meet regulatory, customer, and certification standards.

If you enjoy leading audits, training teams, analyzing data, and driving continuous improvement within a complex, multi-layered relationship-led business, Please Apply!

Responsibilities:

Directly influence the success of the quality culture and product excellence

Leverage scientific, regulatory & technical expertise to drive QFS governance and compliance

Conduct regular audits and inspections of industrial plants and distribution centers to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations

Analyze quality data and metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, logistics, and supply chain, to drive quality improvements and ensure seamless operations

Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in quality assurance and incorporate relevant practices into the organization

Lead initiatives to achieve and maintain certifications and accreditations related to quality standards

Develop training programs and workshops to educate staff on quality standards and best practices

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field

8+ years of QFS leadership experience in food and beverage, pharmaceutical, or consumer goods industry

High level of proficiency and engagement in regulatory, compliance, and food safety topics

Experience developing, implementing, and sustaining company-wide metrics, KPI's and reporting tools and cycles to track and drive organizational improvement in compliance

A proven track record of collaborating with regulatory agencies and internal/external stakeholders to resolve issues and strengthen compliance

Current HACCP and/or FSMA PCQI certifications

20% travel across the US

This onsite opportunity in the Boulder area offers a base salary of up to $200k + bonus and a full benefits package. Reach out to to learn more.