Director of Quality Assurance - Johnson Service Group

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is currently looking for a Director of Quality Assurance with a thorough knowledge and understanding of food manufacturing, processes, and procedures, and thorough knowledge and understanding of microbiology and raw material programs. The position is a direct hire with a large ready to eat food manufacturer in Owensboro KY.

Pay: $130K

Essential Duties and responsibilities

• Carry out QC policies, procedures, and directives in the development of and compliance with company, customer, and government expectations while providing feedback and required follow up to ensure proper corrective action.
• Guide the plant's SQF certification program.
• Develop and maintain HACCP plan and train plant personnel on quality programs.
• Communicates to USDA regarding preoperational or operational inspections.
• Develop and maintain quality control systems/programs such as Pest Control, Self-Inspection, Supplier Management, Safety, Microbio Testing and Defense.
• Conduct pre-shipment review, CCP’s, validation studies, report on deficiencies for GMP’s, HACCP and SSOP’s.
• Perform microbiological tests on finished products, environmental and direct food contact surfaces.
• Apply total quality management tools and approaches to analytical and reporting processes within each department.
• Direct inspection and testing activities to ensure continuous control over materials, facilities, and products.
• Investigate and responds to Customer complaints. Implement changes (if necessary) and write corrective actions for complaints.
• Work with Plant manager and Sanitation manager to ensure proper housekeeping and maintenance of facility, equipment, and grounds.
• Work with vendors to ensure quality of all purchased product, associated equipment and materials meet established quality standards.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from four-year accredited College or university
• SQF Certified (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG) is a North American leader in the staffing and consulting services industry, with over 35 years of experience investing in people and companies.

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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