Quality Assurance & Food Safety Manager at Rich Products Corporation in Niles, IL

Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's-Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

Purpose Statement

The Quality Assurance & Food Safety Manager will manage all plant units and is responsible for monitoring and ensuring that plant products are safe, while meeting customer specifications and company quality and reliability standards. In addition to developing and implementing short-term and mid-term business plans for department, the Quality Assurance & Food Safety Manager will assist in the development of the strategic plan for the plant.

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

Manageand directs staff responsible for microbiological testing and other quality control testing of plant products
Overseemaintenance of the weight and defect control programs in accordance with plant and company standards
Develop, implement,and communicates short-term and mid-term (1 - 2 years) business plans for the operations, while ensuring associates understand the link to the plant's, division's, and the corporation's business plans and understand their role in accomplishing these plans
Assistin establishing the longer-term strategic plans for the plant
Developoperating policies and procedures as necessary
Mentor and motivateassociates, while providing training and development to optimize their performance and personal growth
Communicateperformance standards to associates, recognizeand rewardindividual and team accomplishments, and counselperformance problems. Ensureall associates have the resources and capabilities to effectively accomplish their responsibilities.
May serve as a member of the plant's Steering Team
Resolvehotline complaints about plant products, while maintaining necessary records regarding the problem's resolution
Meetwith vendors, customers and quality representatives and other company staff to discuss and resolve quality issues
Ensurethat the company's product "hold" policies and procedures are communicated to plant staff and that the plant adheres to the procedures
Recommend, as appropriate, the suspension of production or the release of product when quality standards are not achieved
Leads and/or participates in quality audits of the plant
Participatein regular meetings with plant management to discuss quality improvements
Develop, maintain,and reportrequired operational information to management.Ensureall quality-related information required for regulatory reviews and reporting is maintained by the plant.
Ensurethat all GMP and Safety standards are in compliance
Participatein weekly GMP, sanitation, and safety inspections throughout the production departments, whilecorrectingor issuingwork orders to correctany identified deficiencies
Followup on work orderswith the appropriate Associates to ensure expeditious performance of the requested work
Keepabreast of latest manufacturing technologies, systems, and quality control practices
Maintaina comprehensive understanding of all products manufactured by the plant as well as the raw materials, packaging materials, and operations required in the manufacturing process,including quality specifications and standards
Performs other related responsibilities, as needed, to support Rich Products Corporation's business objectives

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

BA/BS degree in Business, Supply Chain Operations, Food Science, Engineering or related field
5 years of supervisory experience in a food-processing, pharmaceutical, or chemical manufacturing organization, preferably using computerized manufacturing equipment
Demonstrated knowledge and application of statistical process control, quality assurance techniques and tools and quality management principles in a food, chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of FDA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP, food allergens and pest control
Demonstrated knowledge of refrigeration
Demonstrated knowledge of efficient and safe manufacturing operations to include product and associate safety, OSHA standards, product quality (success rates), and cost control (minimizing downtime and waste, optimizing yield)
Demonstrated ability to direct, coach, and train associates as well as plan, monitor and schedule work
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
Demonstrated mechanical and spatial aptitude, including the ability to disassemble and reassemble equipment
Demonstrated ability to formulate and understand complex mathematical equations including basic statistical analysis
Proficient using Excel or other spreadsheet software

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COMPENSATION

In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.

Annual Range/Hourly Rate

$99,352.00-$149,028.00

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich's. Please contact Rich's Human Resources department at hrhelp@rich.comif you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.