Quality Manager

Are you ready to take on a leadership role in a high-performance food manufacturing environment? This opportunity as a Quality Manager offers a competitive salary along with an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off. Does this position align with your experience driving food safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement? Then this Quality Manager role could be the right fit for you. Summary: The Quality Manager will lead the Quality Assurance function to ensure compliance with food safety regulations, maintain certification standards, and drive continuous improvement across operations. This role is responsible for overseeing quality systems, vendor compliance, documentation, and regulatory readiness in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: Lead all quality assurance operations including testing, documentation, reporting, and regulatory compliance Manage employee training programs related to quality standards and food safety protocols Oversee supplier compliance programs, ensuring accurate documentation and risk assessment Evaluate vendor performance and support purchasing decisions based on compliance and risk Investigate product quality issues, claims, and internal non-conformances Manage quarantine processes, documentation, and product hold procedures Monitor expiration timelines, conduct inspections, and support shelf-life management Maintain certifications including food safety, regulatory, and third-party compliance standards Lead quality meetings and drive cross-functional collaboration across departments Develop and maintain SOPs, GMPs, food safety plans, and internal audit programs Support recall readiness and maintain documentation for regulatory compliance Implement programs for food safety, fraud detection, and quality testing Ensure all quality documentation and logs are accurate, updated, and accessible Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Quality Assurance, or related field Experience in quality assurance within food manufacturing or similar environment Strong knowledge of food safety regulations including FSVP, GMPs, SQF, and FDA standards Experience managing audits, inspections, and certification processes Proficiency with SAP and strong organizational skills Bilingual communication skills (English/Spanish) preferred Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities Salary: $50K-$70K Ask for: Hersha Dwyer Job Id: 26232 Ajulia Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Pharmaceutical. We have a nationwide client base and offer services in temporary and direct hire placements. #ZR #Monster #Talroo #IH Employment Type: Full Time