FSQA Beef Technical Services Manager

Description & Requirements

• Monitor food safety and regulatory compliance of beef manufacturing.
• Oversight of FSQA related programs and vendor feedback on incoming raw materials.
• Research and development of new packaging, products, equipment, and software related to food safety.
• Visit suppliers’ facilities/sites regularly to inspect and review processes, procedures, and quality standards, and report and review findings.
• Maintain and keep current on food safety regulations, processes, and best practices and ensure compliance in the company’s processes and procedures.
• Provide complete and timely communication to the FSQA Department Head and the Director of Meat Operations on any items that may impact the management of the overall meat operations group.
• Analyze and evaluate process controls to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.
• Full-time position, (Exempt)
• Pay Range $127,000 - $150,000, plus bonus
• The above represents the expected pay range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors
• Monday-Friday, typically 7AM-4PM, flexibility required
• Weekends and nights as needed
• Travel between production sites on a monthly basis (20%-50% Travel)
• Excellent Benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA’s, 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan, Adoption Assistance, Education Reimbursement, Supplemental Health Plans and Pet Insurance
• Minimum of 5 years experience in meat operations or beef-focused facility.
• HACCP certification.
• Knowledge of USDA-FSIS, and regulatory affairs is required.
• A working knowledge of beef regulatory affairs and beef specific food safety principles and best practices.
• A master’s degree or higher level education in animal science, microbiology, food science, statistics, sanitary equipment and facility design, or other closely related field is highly desirable. Extensive beef specific experience may substitute for some education.
• Excellent verbal and written communications.
• Proven relationship building and leadership experience in a team setting.