Head of Food Safety and Quality

Position Description and Purpose: Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer that partners with world-renowned food brands, retailers, and food service providers to produce a myriad of frozen, refrigerated and shelf-stable products. We’re a scaled, diversified operation with over 2 million square feet of manufacturing and 50 production lines across 8 facilities in the U.S. and Canada. We believe in the power of purpose-driven leadership to generate value for all. And we’re on a mission to optimize the potential of our people and brands. We are passionate about multiplying possibilities for our employees and our partners. Roskam Foods produces and packages food products with the goal of consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations for quality, safety, and wholesomeness. Strategic Leadership Drive the Food Safety First mindset throughout the organization and execute a food safety and quality strategy aligned with business goals and regulatory requirements. Provide leadership to plant-level quality teams and ensure alignment with corporate objectives. Work cross-functionally and directly with Plant Directors to hold team and employees accountable for having a food safety first mindset and demonstrating food safety first behaviors. Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management Stay current with regulatory changes and ensure that the company’s food safety and quality practices comply. Develop and manage risk assessment programs to identify and mitigate potential food safety hazards. Lead the company’s response to food safety incidents, including root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and communication with relevant stakeholders. Ensure compliance with FSMA, HACCP, GMP, GFSI, and other applicable standards. Monitor regulatory updates and communicate changes to plant leadership. Food Safety Program Oversight Oversee site security, vendor validation, and risk identification in production processes. Lead the development and maintenance of HACCP flow diagrams and critical control point (CCP) monitoring . Quality Assurance & Auditing Conduct monthly GMP audits. Ensure corrective actions are documented and communicated effectively. Lead internal and external audits, ensuring proactive resolution of non-conformances. Address any customer audit findings and act quickly to resolve any issues arising from a customer audit. Be proactive in being prepared for customer visits. Training & Team Development Ensure all staff involved in regulatory processes receive documented training. Lead and support the Food Quality Team in developing and maintaining the Food Quality Plan. Build and lead a high-performing food safety and quality teams, promoting Roskam’s Foods Safety First Culture. Sanitation Oversee the development and implementation of comprehensive sanitation programs that will be used across sites. Ensure all facilities adhere to rigorous sanitation standards to prevent contamination and ensure product safety. Sanitation reports into Operations, but the expectation is this role will monitor and audit sanitation processes and procedures, implementing improvements as necessary. Incident Management Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions in response to food safety incidents. Notify SQFI and certification bodies within 24 hours of regulatory warnings or events Education/Experience/Skills/Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field (Master’s preferred). Minimum 10 years of experience in food safety and quality leadership roles. HACCP certification required; SQF Practitioner preferred Strong knowledge of FDA, USDA, and international food safety regulations. Proven leadership in managing audits, regulatory inspections, and cross-functional teams. Roskam Foods offers a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, tuition reimbursement, life and disability insurance, and a 401 (k) plan with company match. AAP/EEO Statement: Roskam Foods is a recognized veteran-friendly and equal opportunity employer. We are excited to introduce you to all that Roskam has to offer—from the many valuable benefits to programs that support your lifestyle needs and opportunities for professional development. Roskam is an equal opportunity employer. At Roskam, we’re like family. We rely on the exceptional strengths, collective imagination, and tireless energy of our team members to please our customers. We are committed to creating and sustaining an environment that encourages many backgrounds and cultures where the contributions of all stakeholders are valued and respected. We invite you to start your career path here, through a variety of opportunities tailored to engage and inspire.