Quality Assurance (QA) Manager

Quality Assurance (QA) Manager

About Us

Desi Fresh Foods is a leading "cultured" dairy manufacturer with over 23 years of experience. We

produce high-quality and consistent products, which include yogurt (Dahi or Indian, Greek and traditional), smoothies / yogurt drinks, sour cream, and dips from single serve options to food service side. We are currently seeking a skilled Facility Porter to join our team and contribute to the ongoing success of our facility in Frederick Country, Virginia!

About the Role

The Quality Assurance (QA) Manager is responsible for maintaining Food Safety and Quality Assurance Management Systems to support manufacturing of wholesome and quality food. QA Manager serves as SQF Practitioner, maintains, and implements Policies and Procedures in accordance with SQF code.

Responsibilities

Implement corrective actions and preventive measures related to food safety and food non-conformities

Supervises one QA Technician

Implement developed Quality policies and procedures

Conduct Quality Audits and retains regulatory documentation and records

Implement cleaning, housekeeping activities, and master sanitation schedule

Responsible for investigating food safety and quality related incidents discovered through customer complaints and reported by Production personnel

Responsible for Pest Control Program

Implement Microbiological Program

Conducts Internal Monthly Audit

Responsible for Foreign Material Program

Manage Product Specification & Compliance with labeling

Maintains Company Food Safety and Quality Training

Conduct pro-op inspections and operational inspections

Conducts sampling of Finish Goods to assure all regulatory Quality standards are met prior to releasing

Monitors Coolers Temperature

Leads Customers Audits/ and any other 3rd party Audits

Responds to customers' requests in a promptly matter

Leads Quality Regulatory Compliance and Auditing

Responsible for approving new ingredients and packaging

Supports product development

Supports product launch

Skills / Requirements:

Must have at least 5 years quality experience in food manufacturing environment (dairy preferred), knowledge of FDA, and Experience with 3rd party food safety audits.

Food Safety Certificates: HACCP, SQF Practitioner, PCQI.

Maintain a positive work environment.

Understanding of regulatory guidelines.

Compensation:

The combined pay range for this role is $85,000 - $100,000. Title and salary will be based on our assessment of skills and experience relevant to our needs for the role.

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Full Time