Quality Assurance Manager - North aurora. IL

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Company: Georgia IT, Inc.

Location: North Aurora, IL 60542

Description:

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager
Location: North aurora. IL
Type: Fulltime
US Citizen/ GC and GC EAD
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Development, implementation and validation of the Company's food safety management system and quality manual including GMP, HACCP, SSOP and USDA.
Department supervision including hiring, developing and mentoring a strong quality team; planning, assigning, and directing work; training and appraising employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Organizing and managing all internal and external quality audits.
Developing prerequisite programs, e.g. sanitation, pest control, recalls and training.
Act as first point of contact for all food safety issues, as well as the liaison with governmental and regulatory agents and inspectors.
Implementation of recall plans
Promote a healthy, hygienic and safe work environment.
Develop reports for management, customers, USDA, etc. as needed.
Ensure effective food safety and food quality training for plant team members and quality assurance staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field required
HACCP certification required
Minimum of 5 years Quality Assurance Management experience in the food processing industry
Must have experience working with USDA FSIS
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Ability to multi-task, manage priorities and workflow
Proficient with business and industry software
Proven leadership and business acumen skills
Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to effectively work with a diverse group of individuals at all organizational levels
Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
Self-starter with the ability to adapt to change