What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Quality & Food Safety position at Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc.?
About Us
At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health. Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all.
Overview
This role will be responsible for ensuring that all quality procedures and standards are followed during production.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field
- 5 years of Supervisory or Management experience in a manufacturing environment
- 5 years of experience in food manufacturing
- Ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects and daily activities with timelines
- Review problems with cross-functional team members in order to determine best course of action
- Self-motivated with ability to work on projects individually and in teams
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to compare and contrast aroma, color, viscosity, and flavor between product samples
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements
- Office environment
- Manufacturing environment that is hot and humid
- May perform activities in an environment containing hazardous elements and requiring safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time
- Must be able to wear all PPE that is required
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Able to access all areas of the plant including those requiring access via stairs and ladders
Responsibilities
- Manages the quality assurance function to ensure all QA personnel, procedures, and processes meet or exceed the generally recognized industry standards for quality, process knowledge, technology, food safety, and sanitation.
- Ensure that all USDA and company requirements are met while maintaining a good working relationship with Manufacturing Management, Plant Supervisors, and local USDA personnel.
- Development and application of product quality assurance, in-process controls, and yield control programs.
- Accurate and complete record keeping within means of assigned responsibility.
- Works in accordance with AHN Standard Operating Procedures as outlined in HACCP, SSOP, and AHN Quality Guidelines.
- Daily supervision and training of QA Department.
- Point person for annual BRC audit and other certification efforts.
- Work with cross-functional teams on special projects or as needed.
- Adhere to all safety standards.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
Salary Range
$100,000- $115,000/yearEEO Statement
Ajinomoto is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, age (40 or older) or genetic information (including family medical history) for recruitment, hiring, and promotion decisions.
Salary : $100,000 - $115,000
