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Quality Assurance Manager

RodgersHouder: Human Capital Solutions
Hillside, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026

POSITION OVERVIEW


A growing food manufacturing organization is seeking a Quality Control Manager to lead and continuously enhance its quality and food safety programs. This role is responsible for ensuring all products meet regulatory, customer, and internal standards while driving a culture centered on food safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

The position requires strong expertise in food safety regulations, GFSI-certified systems, and quality management practices. The individual will partner cross-functionally to improve performance through data-driven decision-making, team leadership, and process optimization.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES


• Lead and maintain compliance with all applicable food safety and regulatory requirements, as well as customer quality expectations

• Oversee implementation and continuous improvement of GFSI-certified programs and internal quality systems

• Manage and develop a team responsible for quality testing and inspection activities, ensuring accuracy and consistency

• Ensure adherence to sanitation programs and standard operating procedures

• Participate in and support food safety programs, including hazard analysis and preventive controls

• Oversee laboratory testing programs; analyze data and communicate trends to leadership

• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions related to quality issues, audit findings, and customer feedback

• Support third-party audits, regulatory inspections, and customer visits, including preparation and execution

• Monitor key quality metrics and implement improvements based on performance trends

• Collaborate with operations, sanitation, maintenance, and supply chain teams on quality-related initiatives

• Provide quality oversight during product launches, process changes, and supplier transitions

• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation for all quality systems and records

• Support training initiatives related to food safety, quality standards, and best practices

• Interface with external partners to ensure alignment with specifications and expectations

• Make final product disposition decisions, including release and hold determinations

• Promote accountability and a proactive quality culture across the facility


QUALIFICATIONS


• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline such as Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or Engineering

• 5 years of experience in quality assurance or quality control within a food manufacturing environment

• HACCP certification required; additional food safety certifications preferred

• Experience working within GFSI-certified environments (e.g., BRCGS, SQF, or similar)

• Strong understanding of food safety regulations, including FSMA and related requirements

• Experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and risk assessment methodologies

• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and drive continuous improvement initiatives

• Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate across multiple functions

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

• Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while upholding quality standards

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