Responsible for coordinating and directing personnel to assure adherence with all aspects of a quality system that supports the production of safe, high quality product within design limits compliance. Responsible for performance coaching, development, and training of employees in quality standards and analysis. Assures regulatory, company standards, and Quality Programs are in-place and implemented within a teamwork environment working 7/24. Using SPC tools assist with process control, problem solving and process improvement. Supports the continuous training, record keeping, and maintenance of the food safety and quality practices within the Plant. Acts as point-of-contact, and through professional judgment in evaluation, suggests resolution to food safety and quality concerns, in the absence of the Quality Manager. Support and promote food safety and quality program initiatives within the plant environment. Scope: Focus is on the design and/or execution of strategies/programs/projects within area(s) of expertise Influence: Significant influence and/or decision maker on the design of processes/programs/projects Autonomy: Sets priorities independently with minimal direction and may direct the work of lower levels Expertise: Advanced to Expert knowledge of concepts within area or discipline Judgment/Decision Making: Often, within vague parameters Problem Solving: Solves very complex problems in area of expertise Education: Bachelor's degree preferred. Who We Are: You might have our iconic cranberry juice in your fridge or have gotten into heated holiday debate about what’s better - canned or fresh cranberry sauce. But did you know that the hardworking people growing the superfruit in our products are 700 family farmers that own our cooperative? They entrust us with what is most precious to them to create new and innovative products that will delight consumers and grow this beloved brand today and into the future. Team members, farmers, consumers and communities alike--we value what makes us unique and strive to connect our farms to families for a better life by living our values: Grower Mindset – We embrace our grower-owners innovative spirit and heritage through confidence, learning and focus on the future. Sustainable Results – Guided by purpose, we are focused on delivering results for our grower-owners. Integrity Above All – We are ethical, doing the right thing for our grower-owners, customers, consumers and each other Inclusive Teamwork – We build diverse and inclusive teams that strengthen our cooperative. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Did you know that the hardworking people growing the superfruit in our products are 700 family farmers that own our cooperative? They entrust us with what is most precious to them to create new and innovative products that will delight consumers and grow this beloved brand. Today, the cooperative's cranberries are currently featured in more than a thousand great-tasting, good-for-you products in over 100 countries worldwide. The innovative, entrepreneurial spirit of our founders remains rooted in our cooperative's culture, and most of all, our purpose of connecting our farms to families for a better life. Please share with us some basic information, so that we may follow up with you regarding opportunities to grow your career at Ocean Spray!