SunButter · 23 hours ago
QA Manager
Fargo, ND, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expRed River Commodities is a leading producer of natural, sunflower-based food products including SunButter spread and Pecking Order chicken treats. The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for leading the development and implementation of quality systems and food safety programs, ensuring products meet regulatory requirements and customer expectations. This role includes managing the quality assurance team, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve product quality and efficiency.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Direct and manage all aspects of the quality assurance program, including product inspections, testing protocols, documentation, and regulatory compliance
Ensure the effective execution of HACCP, GMP, and other food safety and quality management systems
Lead internal quality audits, oversee third-party inspections, and facilitate corrective actions as necessary
Lead, coach, and develop the quality assurance team, including supervisors and technicians, to maintain high standards of performance and accountability
Establish quality team objectives, provide ongoing training, and promote professional development
Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety standards and regulatory bodies (OSHA, FDA, USDA, etc.)
Maintain all quality certifications (such as HACCP, GMP, SQF, etc.) and prepare the facility for successful audits and inspections
Serve as the primary contact for customer quality audits and inquiries
Partner closely with Production, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Maintenance to integrate quality into every stage of the process
Lead investigations of quality issues, facilitate root cause analysis, and drive timely corrective and preventive actions
Collaborate with the leadership team to develop strategies that improve product quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction
Analyze production and quality data to identify trends, risks, and areas for process improvement
Develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for quality performance and continuous improvement initiatives
Lead the facility’s quality-related continuous improvement projects and safety culture initiatives
Manage customer complaints and quality claims, ensuring timely investigation and resolution
Oversee supplier quality assurance, including raw material verification and vendor performance reviews
Qualification
Required
3+ years of quality assurance experience, including 1+ years in a leadership or management role, preferably in food manufacturing or agriculture-based processing
Advanced knowledge of HACCP, GMP, OSHA regulations, and food safety management systems
Strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, problem-solving, and project management skills
Proficiency in quality system software, reporting tools, and root cause analysis methodologies
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Quality Management, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field
Benefits
On-demand pay available through Tapcheck
Paid time off
Paid Holidays
401k & company match
Profit Sharing
Employee Assistance Program
Company
SunButter
SunButter is a sunflower butter production company.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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