Director of Quality

Director of Quality – Food Manufacturing

We're partnering with a leading food manufacturer that is seeking an accomplished Director of Quality to oversee food safety, compliance, and quality leadership across their organization. This is a high-impact role for a seasoned quality professional who thrives in regulated environments and is ready to lead at both a strategic and hands-on level.

About the Role

As Director of Quality, you will:

• Develop, execute, and continuously improve Food Safety Programs (including HACCP) to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and customer requirements.
• Provide corporate direction for quality systems and influence process improvements across the organization.
• Lead all regulatory inspections (FDA, USDA, SQF, customer audits).
• Oversee quality investigations, customer complaints, product holds, and corrective actions.
• Provide technical leadership during internal investigations and customer-facing situations.
• Manage the departmental budget and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Act as a visible, hands-on leader who can roll up their sleeves to support the quality team and operations when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related discipline (MS/PhD preferred).
• 10 years of quality experience in food or beverage manufacturing, with at least 5 years in leadership.
• Strong background in GFSI audit schemes (SQF) and HACCP certification.
• PSCI and Better Processing School certifications required.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and technical reporting.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

What’s In It for You

• Join a respected and growing food manufacturer with a commitment to safety and compliance.
• Lead a team and shape the future of quality and food safety systems.
• Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and opportunities to impact both strategy and execution.

If you are a proven quality leader with a passion for food safety and compliance, we'd love to connect and share more about this opportunity. Please reach out directly or apply here for a confidential discussion.