GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions · 3 weeks ago
Process Quality Manager
Maryland, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$100K/yr - $115K/yr
5+ years expGRIT Staffing & HR Solutions is a boutique recruiting and HR consulting firm, and they are seeking a Process Quality Manager to lead food safety and quality programs. The role involves ensuring compliance with various regulatory standards, managing personnel, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced bakery environment.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Lucas T.
Responsibilities
Lead Food Safety Programs: Manage the SQF, HACCP, FSPCA, and internal audit programs across all bakery sites
Oversee Production Compliance: Approve raw materials and finished product releases and validate production processes
Manage Complaint Program: Track, investigate, and report quality or food safety complaints to management
Employee Development: Train, coach, and develop staff; manage disciplinary processes and performance reviews
Environmental Programs: Oversee yeast, mold, Listeria, Salmonella, water, and air monitoring programs
Documentation & Records: Ensure all food safety, quality, water, and air supply documentation is accurate and audit ready
Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with maintenance, production, and senior management on preventative programs and crisis response
Continuous Improvement: Identify gaps, implement corrective actions, and support operational enhancements
Backup Responsibilities: Serve as backup HACCP coordinator, FSPCA lead, SQF lead, and internal auditor as needed
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Certified SQF Practitioner, PCQI, FSPCA, HACCP, or equivalent certifications
Comfortable working on the manufacturing floor and performing hands-on quality activities
Knowledge of environmental monitoring, allergen programs, and regulatory compliance
Strong leadership skills, including team coaching, training, and performance management
Ability to manage multiple priorities, schedules, and budgets efficiently
High attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
Comfortable acting with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality in high-pressure situations
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field
5+ years' experience in food manufacturing (bakery preferred) in quality or food safety leadership roles
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; bilingual in English/Spanish strongly preferred
Company
GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions
At GRIT Staffing, we know what exceptional talent can achieve — because we’re founded and led by senior HR leaders with over 55 years of experience leading global teams and recruiting strategically and efficiently.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase