Food Quality Assurance Manager

Company: Desi Fresh Foods
Location: Stephenson
Posted on: November 20, 2024

Job Description:

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 preventative measures related to food safety and food non-conformities
• Supervise one QA Technician
• Implement developed policies and procedures
• Conduct documentation and records daily verification
• 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 in new hires
• Conduct pro-op inspections and operational inspections
• Collects Finished product weights to make sure they are complaint
• Monitor Coolers Temperature
• Conduct Verification throughout the day to make sure GMP's are being followed
• Responsible for implementation of Maintenance documents
• Leads Customers Audits/ and any other 3rd party Audits
• Respond to customers' requests in a promptly matter
• Lead inspections from the Agriculture Department
• Responsible for sampling product to the State of Agriculture
• Responsible for approving new ingredients and packaging
• Support product development and launch Qualifications
  • 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
  • Must be bilingual English/SpanishTraining in Farmingdale, NY may be required for up to 4 - 6 weeksOur competitive compensation package includes:
    • Medical health insurance
    • Dental insurance
    • Vision insurance
    • Vacation time off
    • Sick leave
    • Holiday time off
    • Short-term disability
    • Long-term disabilityPandoLogic. Keywords: Quality Control / Quality Assurance Technician, Location: Stephenson, VA - 22656Required
      Preferred

      Job Industries

      • Customer Service

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