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Regional Director of Quality Assurance & Food Safety

Riverside, CA (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1730+Eastridge+Ave+Riverside+CA+USA+92507)

Description

Join the Fresh Revolution with F&S Fresh Foods!

Headquartered in Vineland, NJ, F&S Fresh Foods is leading the way in fresh-cut fruit, vegetables, and meal solutions distribution. With the recent acquisition of five additional state-of-the-art facilities strategically located across the U.S., we now deliver to customers across the United States and Canada —every single day!

For over 40 years, we’ve been redefining production and safety processes, building strong partnerships, and creating endless possibilities for our diverse customers—from restaurants and supermarket prepared food operations to convenience store chains and beyond. At F&S, we are fueling families with nutrition, innovation, and convenience, turning meals into memorable moments. By combining cutting-edge technology, deep-rooted customer relationships, and operational excellence, we are shaping the future of fresh—from farm to family.

We’re not just about food; we’re about people. Recognized as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years, our team of 2,100 full-time employees drives our culture forward by living our values every day.

If you’re ready to be part of a company that values innovation, excellence, and community impact, join us as we embrace our next exciting chapter of growth. Together, we’re planting the seeds of progress and nourishing a fresh, healthy future for everyone!

Join Our Team as a Regional Director of Quality Assurance & Food Safety

As our Regional Director of Quality Assurance & Food Safety, the role provides leadership, direction and management of Quality Assurance and Food Safety to QAFS teams at processing facilities within the Region, following F&S requirements and direction. Assures that these facilities are in compliance with government food safety regulations, Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) requirements and customer requirements. Delivers continuous improvement around Quality and Food Safety. Acts as a subject matter expert in Quality and Food Safety.

All people within the company have responsibilities to ensure that threats to the safety and security of our final product are minimized. For this position, the food safety and food security responsibilities are in the validation and verification of the related company policies. This position will ensure that work is carried out in accordance with company policy.

Requirements

+ Oversees management of the Quality Systems at each location, working directly with plant management teams.

+ Assures facilities are audit ready.

+ Manages QAFS improvement projects and participates in cross-functional team projects.

+ Works with other departments (Sales, PD, etc.) and customers on implementation of new products, product changes/improvements, problem resolution or other items proactively or as needed.

+ Provides guidance in investigations related to customer and consumer product quality and food safety-related questions and complaints. Assures related corrective action plans are developed and implemented as necessary. Works with facilities to reduce customer and consumer complaints.

+ Contributes to regular and ad hoc reports on key Quality and Food Safety metrics. Analyzes data for process improvement opportunities.

+ Research science and technology for ways to improve Quality and Food Safety.

+ Provides coverage of Quality management positions as needed.

+ Manages expenses and looks for opportunities to reduce system cost as appropriate.

+ Collaborates with other QAFS Directors and QA managers to share best practices, improve systems and resolve issues.

+ Assures that any issues are addressed and corrected in a timely manner.

+ Other duties as assigned by management.

+ Travel approximately 25%

+ Oral Communication – Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, management, customers and regulators. Able to simplify complex technical information for general audiences. Capable of creating professional presentations. Successfully influences others to champion and guard food safety and quality in all functional areas.

+ Written Communication – Able to read and interpret written information, including technical information. Proficient at creating/contributing to publishing concise, informative reports, presentations and Quality Systems documents.

+ Organizational Support – Provides support to other departments as related to Quality and Food Safety, such as Sales, Product Development, Product Management, Operations, and Marketing. Follows policies and procedures. Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time. Supports organization's goals and values.

+ Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently. Assures that c manufacturing facilities organize documents and records to be easily retrieved during an audit, inspection, corrective action, or traceback activity.

+ Supervisory – Demonstrated ability to manage and grow direct reports in remote locations.

+ Project Management – Proven ability to manage multiple, often remote, projects and project teams that deliver expected results on-time with full team participation.

What you'll Bring

+ Professionalism: Approaches others in a professional manner and assures that team members do as well.

+ Collaboration:Works closely and purposefully within the department and with other departments to resolve issues and improve processes to support the company’s values and goals

+ Quality:Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

+ Adaptability:Manages competing demands; able to effectively deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

+ Dependability:Demonstrates integrity by responding to management direction, taking responsibility for own actions, and keeping commitments.

+ Technical Skills:Subject Matter Expert in Quality and Food Safety. Ability to analyze data and scientific information.

Education & Experience

+ Bachelor’s degree in food technology, Food Science, Microbiology or other related field

+ 8 years of increasing responsibility in Quality and Food Safety Management

+ Plant/operations experience required

+ HACCP certification(s), Preventive Controls Qualified Individual and auditing experience are pluses

+ Prefer subject matter expertise in RTE foods, microbiology and/or raw protein processing and experience in a USDA FSIS-inspected facility.

Language Skills– Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions. Bi-lingual language skills a plus.

Mathematical Skills– Ability to analyze data using spreadsheets, formulas, statistical tools, etc.

Reasoning Ability– Ability to apply common sense to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.

Computer Skills– Proficient at Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Project Management– Ability to manage multiple projects and project teams

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations– Current HACCP certification and Preventive Controls Qualified Individual training preferred

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

+ Cold working environment (approximately 37°F) while at manufacturing facilities

+ Physical hazards of working in and about moving machinery

Our Values:

As we continue to grow and provide leading edge products to our customers, we understand hiring the right people and treating them well is critical to our success. Everything we do starts with our values. These are the beliefs that we share and that strengthen our team. Our values shape our thoughts and actions every day. At F&Sits Always FRESH and Always FUN!

Find the most positive path.

Respond swiftly, accurately, and nimbly.

Earn trust by sharing, helping, and keeping promises.

Serve up safety.

Have each other’s backs.

F&S Offers:

We are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits program focused on your total well-being.

+ Competitive compensation package

+ A robust health and welfare benefits package that includes Life, Health, Dental, Vision

+ The opportunity to plan for the future with a strong 401(K) including company match

+ Time to recharge with Paid Time Off annually + Paid Holidays

+ Career Advancement opportunities and Tuition Assistance to help you achieve your goals and continue your career growth.

F&S is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Join us in shaping the future of F&S Fresh Foods!

Salary Description

$120,000 - $160,000