What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Manager position at Taphealthcare?
We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager with a strong background in food manufacturing or dairy operations. This role is responsible for supporting and advancing quality assurance programs, food safety standards, regulatory compliance, and performance metrics within a manufacturing environment.
The ideal candidate brings extensive knowledge of microbiology, food science, HACCP, and SQF standards, along with the analytical and leadership skills necessary to maintain high standards of product quality and food safety.
Required Qualifications- 5 years of experience in a food manufacturing or dairy environment
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a scientific field
- Strong understanding of microbiology and food science
- Demonstrated knowledge of HACCP and SQF or equivalent food safety/quality systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience implementing and administering Quality Assurance metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Ability to support quality standards, compliance initiatives, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing operation
- HACCP certification
- PCQI certification
- SQF certification
- Previous continuous improvement experience
- Previous project management experience
The ideal candidate is an experienced quality professional who understands the demands of a food manufacturing or dairy environment and can combine technical food-safety expertise with strong analytical and operational capabilities. Candidates with HACCP, PCQI, and SQF credentials and experience driving continuous improvement initiatives will be particularly well aligned with this opportunity.