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Food Safety & Quality Manager – Cambridge, MD (Aseptic Focus)

Our client are a leading food manufacturer committed to excellence in food safety and quality assurance.

Our client is...

• Recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2024), underscoring strong employee satisfaction and workplace culture. Work somewhere that will make you proud.
• Ranked among the Top 15 Best Food Companies to Work For in 2024. You're in safe hands.
• Winner of the 2024 Supplier Value Award for Environmental, Sustainability, and Governance (ESG) leadership, in partnership with ProAmpac.
• Financially strong and growing, with $3.35 billion in net sales in FY2024, providing long-term career stability.

About the Role:

Our client are seeking a dedicated Food Safety & Quality Manager to oversee and ensure the implementation of Quality Assurance (QA) programs at their Cambridge, MD facility, specializing in aseptic processing. This role is pivotal in maintaining our commitment to producing safe, high-quality food products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee QA programs including Formula Control, Allergen Control, Non-Conforming Products, Recalls, Food Safety Plans, and pest control.
• Serve as the plant's liaison for regulatory authorities, including USDA, FDA, and third-party auditors.
• Manage and train quality and sanitation leaders/supervisors.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in food manufacturing quality assurance.
• Strong knowledge of aseptic processing and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary range: $125,000, plus up to 15% annual performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 4 weeks PTO, 401(k) with up to 5% match, and health coverage starting on day one.
• Opportunities for annual compensation increases based on performance.

Career Growth:

This role offers a clear pathway to Director-level positions.

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