Sr. Manager of Quality Assurance

Company: CPS, Inc. (Food & Beverage Division)
Location: Anaheim
Posted on: September 21, 2023

Job Description:

Sr. Manager of Quality AssuranceThe Senior Manager of Quality Assurance is responsible for managing Quality Compliance and Quality Engineering staff and activities. They are responsible for ensuring the facility and its many quality programs are managed in accordance with all applicable regulations and standards and for ensuring quality issues and non-conformances are appropriately investigated. The Senior Manager will take the lead on preparing for, hosting and responding to all compliance audits and will manage the internal audit program to ensure compliance is maintained in all areas of the operation.Detailed Responsibilities / Duties:Manage the operations of the Quality Compliance and Quality Engineering teamsMonitor and maintain KPI performanceServe as a subject matter expert in the interpretation and implementation of all applicable regulatory requirements and standards (e.g., 21 CFR Parts 117, 114, 111, MUI Halal, Kosher, Non-GMO, Gluten-free, etc.)Assess and continually improve the effectiveness of compliance-related trainingTrain personnel on compliance-related topics and procedures as neededDevelop compliance-related topics and procedures as neededEnsure quality documents and changes to quality documents are processed in a timely mannerWrite and revise compliance-related procedures and forms (e.g., SOPs, forms, food safety plans)Ensure site has appropriately trained PCQIs (Preventative Controls Qualified Individual) for FSMAEnsure food safety plans are created and maintained for all relevant product typesEnsure review, monitoring and verification activities are performed for all food safety plansEvaluate changes to facilities, materials, products and equipment for impact on complianceMaintain all applicable facility registrationsOversee NSF certification programLead and oversee audit prep and audit response activitiesManage the internal audit, allergen control and gluten-free programsWork with regional GRA to ensure compliance-related documents (e.g., certificates of manufacture, import documents, etc.) are provided in a timely mannerApprove deviations and other quality-related documents requiring management reviewEnsure all nonconformance reports (QIRs, NMRs, MRRs, PEs, NCRs) are appropriately investigated and closedEnsure the CAPA program is appropriately managedEnsure SOPs for all Quality Compliance and Quality Engineering programs are kept up to date and accuratePrepare and provide updates to senior QA leadershipCoach, train and develop staffCommunicate and/or interact with compliance experts and consultants as requiredPerform other related duties as assigned by managementSupervisory Responsibilities:Quality Compliance Supervisor and staff (3-5)Quality Engineering Supervisor and staff (3-5)Required Qualifications:Skills:Extensive knowledge of GMPs, FDA regulations and documentation proceduresDemonstrated ability to lead and manage QA functions and programsAbility to communicate cross functionally with peers, associates and upper-level managementExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently as well as in a team environmentCoaching and mentoring skills
team developmentExperience:8 years of progressive experience in Quality Assurance5 years Supervisory experience in Quality AssuranceEducation:Bachelor s degree in a scientific field or equivalent combination of education, training and experiencePreferred Qualifications:BS or MS degree in a scientific field5 years
experience in a Quality role in a Dietary Supplement or Acidified Food companyASQ certified in the areas of Inspection, Auditing, Engineering or Managing Quality**If you d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Mary Harris-Rigas at maryr cps4jobs.com.JO: 663.22MH#LI-MH1

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