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Pacific Seafood · 1 day ago

QA Manager

Doral, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$55K/yr - $75K/yr

3+ years exp

Pacific Seafood is an excellence-driven organization committed to providing the healthiest proteins on the planet. The QA Manager will plan, coordinate, and direct the food safety and quality program to ensure continuous production of products that meet established standards.

AquacultureConsumer GoodsFood and BeverageFood ProcessingLogisticsRecipesSeafoodSupply Chain ManagementTransportation

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Responsible for achievement of quality department goals and objectives; strive for continuous improvement on food safety and quality program

Implement hazard analysis and Critical Control Points Program (HACCP)

Interpret and implement FDA, ODA regulations ensuring HACCP, SSOP, COOL Act standards are met

Establish and maintain GFSI/BRC/SQF standards in order to meet audit requirements

Interact with Regulatory Agencies and third-party auditors; monitor scheduled audits

Develop and implement applicable training

Remain current on all regulatory requirements and law changes

Maintain knowledge on microbiological testing and be familiar with laboratory environment

Oversee the mock recall and recall process, conduct and coordinate procedures and training

Provide support and direction with customer complaint investigations

Perform internal/external audits and inspections to ensure that all standards and requirements are met

Identify, investigate and report on critical quality defects on production processes and products

Determine source of quality variance and specific steps to be taken in correcting the process and product

Ensure systems are in place to make certain that vendors are capable of meeting food safety, quality, and regulatory expectations

Assist facilities and VCQ Managers and offer on-site support to address critical issues; provide necessary training

Prepare and submit reports as required

Participate in management and strategic planning meetings in the pursuit of operational excellence

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

HACCPGFSI/BRC/SQF standardsFood safety trainingMicrobiological testingQuality assurance experience

Required

Minimum associates degree from an accredited college or university in food science, marine/fishery science, biology, microbiology, or other related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred

Minimum three years of quality assurance experience with food or seafood industry

Benefits

Health insurance benefits options, including medical, prescription, vision, dental, basic group life and short-term disability

Flexible spending accounts for health flex and dependent care expenses

401(k) retirement plan options with generous annual company profit sharing match

Paid time-off for all regular FT team members to include sick days, paid holidays, vacation, and personal time

Employee assistance program providing confidential professional counseling, financial and legal assistance at no charge to team members and immediate family members

Product purchase program