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Daybreak Foods Food Safety Quality Manager in Martin, Michigan
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Under the direction of theDirector of Food Safety and Quality (FSQ), this position has oversight for the quality, food safety and food defense programs at facilities in the assigned area/location. Duties also include guidance of, and assisting in the creation, implementation and administration of security and bio-security programs as well as auditing and support functions of animal welfare programs. The FSQ Manager attains and maintains required programs such as SQF, HACCP, and other quality/food safety programs, as directed theDirector of FSQ. This position is a key component of food processing regulatory and customer compliance requirements, communications, initiatives, and training. Key Responsibilities Ensure compliance to product safety and quality parameters in the processing area with regards to company standards, customer requirements, GMP's, HACCP, USDA, FDA and other regulations as they apply. Responsible for the implementation of the SQF program including the authority to take appropriate action(s) to ensure the integrity of the SQF system is maintained. Integral member of local site management team. Lead the development, implementation, review, maintenance, and continual improvement of the food safety and quality system and best practices in the egg industry. Oversight of product testing, process testing, and environmental monitoring. Responsible for audits of processing plants, biosecurity, and site security. Work in tandem with the Animal Welfare Manager and the Director of FSQ to integrate programs, audit birds, and feed supply for animal welfare, egg safety, and feed safety and quality. Lead the development, implementation, review, and continual improvement of the biosecurity programs working with the Director of Veterinary Services and VP of Technical Services. Compile and analyze data. Communicate with the Director of FSQ, site management, contract flock and mill managers (as applicable) and customers for normal communications, problem identification, out of compliance situations, and process improvements. Participate in Vendor Certification program. Responsible for the oversight of training processing stakeholders and FSQ Technicians about food safety and quality. Oversight of processing activities and stakeholders in the absence of processing management on occasion. Work on corporate projects as assigned. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree in Quality, Food, or Biological Sciences or equivalent experience is preferred. SQF (Required within 6 months of employment if not already held.) HACCP (Required within 6 months of employment if not already held.) ASQ PAACO Internal Audit (Required within 6 months of employment if not already held.) 5 years of experience in egg processing or production 3 years of supervisory or leadership duties Experience in Food Processing or Pharmaceuticals or related product safety and quality programs Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must be a hands-on self-starter. Good communication skills both written and verbal. Ability to train stakeholders. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Thorough knowledge, or ability to attain thorough knowledge, of Food Safety Systems Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel Ability to motivate employees to work within Company parameters. Ability to work at any Company area sites routinely. Willing and able to work a flexible schedule including bein