Quality & Sanitation Manager

o Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

o Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

o Good Hygiene & Sanitation Practices (GHSP)

o Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP)

o Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) Certification

• Practice and ensure adherence to all company GMP’s, Food Safety and Food Quality policies and

procedures.

o Including but not limited to : SQF, HACCP, Preventive Controls, SOP’s, GMP’s, Recall Program,

Allergen Program, Food Defense, SSOP’s, and Pest control programs.

o Update and develop the policies and procedures to ensure that they are compliant with the latest

regulations.

o Ensure all Quality, Sanitation, and Regulatory documentation is completed and maintained.

o Complete verification and validation activities.

o Initiate and lead non-conformance & complaint investigations regarding raw material failures,

finished goods failures, and customer complaints.

• Perform risk analysis, root cause analysis, develop a corrective / preventive action plan, implement the

plan, and submit a summary report for project closure.

• Ensures all products meet regulatory standards of FDA, EPA, and Illinois State.

o Acts as a liaison between the company and federal, state and / or local regulatory agencies.

• Serve as Recall Coordinator, conduct mock recalls, and forward & backward traceability exercises.
• Communicate with suppliers & corporate office regarding quality, safety, including coordinating holds.
• Supervise daily laboratory operations, sanitation, and Quality staff.

o Manage the design and implementation of quality related training for Quality and plant

personnel.

• Maintains a functional, and operational, laboratory while complying with GLP’s.

o Update and maintain laboratory instrumentation and procedures manuals.

• Conduct internal audits as well as prepare for customer and 3rd party food safety audits.

o Including inspections that uphold the Identity Preserved status of applicable raw materials or

finished products (for example : Kosher, Halal, Organic, Non-GMO)

• Direct and coordinate the overall quality specifications and standards for raw materials, processes, and

finished goods.

o Ensure the food safety of all materials, processes, and finished goods to meet company and

customer specifications and standards.

o Coordinates and directs inspection and testing procedures for materials, processes, and finished

goods.

• Design and oversee sanitation (CIP & COP) protocols and procedures for the facility to ensure a clean

and safe production environment.

o Implement and manage the master sanitation schedule, and training programs for employees, to

maintain a hygienic workplace.

• Coordinate cleaning, sanitation, and pest control activities to prevent contamination and uphold

regulatory standards.

o Including, but not limited to; managing the Allergen Control Program & Environmental Control

Program

o Manage and document swabbing.

o Regularly inspect and assess sanitation processes and equipment to identify areas for

improvement.

• Apply statistical process control (SPC) methods for analyzing data related to quality and sanitation

performance to evaluate current process and identify potential process changes or areas of

improvement.

• Provide ongoing guidance and support to team members, fostering a culture of accountability and

continuous improvement.

Education and Skills

• B.S. in Food Science or related field
• Experience in an aseptic high-acid manufacturing environment or related fields
• Understanding of sanitation (including CIP & COP) best practices, chemical handling, and equipment

cleaning

• Minimum 5 years managing staff
• High level of proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• HACCP Certification
• PCQI Certification
• GFSI Certification (SQF is ideal)
• Experience with RedZone Compliance is a plus.
• Fluent speaking, writing, and reading in English.
• Technical capacity with the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a multitude of variables.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient Leadership skills
• Solid time management and organizational skills
• Excellent planning and analytical skills
• Technical capacity with the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a multitude of variables.