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Project Manager / Estimator (Office Based)

Jobot, Minneapolis, MN, United States


Quality Systems Specialist -Vernon, CAThis Jobot Job is hosted by: Jamal ElkhateibAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 per yearA bit about us:We are a leading food manufacturing company with a long history of producing high-quality food products for close to 75 years. Our commitment to quality and innovation has allowed us to maintain a strong reputation in the industry as one of the largest food processors on the West Coast. We offer a wide range of food products, all made from the freshest ingredients and processed using the latest technology.As a company that values its employees, we provide a supportive work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. We offer competitive compensation packages, health benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.Why join us?Annual Bonus IncentivesSign-on Bonus401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programEmployee discountFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offReferral programVision insuranceAnnual/Performance BonusesJob DetailsWhat You'll Do:You'll be the primary owner of digital quality systems, working across departments to standardize and digitize processes that directly impact compliance, traceability, audit readiness, and production efficiency. Your work will have executive visibility and touch every corner of our production environment. You'll be part of the Quality Assurance team, reporting to the VP of Quality, with a dotted line to Operations and Continuous Improvement.
Develop, maintain, and update internal Quality Management Systems (QMS) documentation, including SOPs, SSOPs, GMPs, and logs.
Conduct gap assessments and readiness checks for USDA, BRC, customer, and third-party audits.
Standardize processes for traceability, product release, deviation management, and non-conformance tracking.
Partner with Operations to integrate LEAN tools into QA workflows.
Own document control practices across the Quality function to ensure version control, accessibility, and audit compliance.
Lead recurring review meetings to evaluate data, trends, and continuous improvement opportunities.
Act as a change champion—building buy-in for digital systems and acting as the "go-to" resource for QMS-related questions and troubleshooting.
?? Who You Are

Tech-savvy quality pro who thrives at the intersection of systems, data, and compliance.
Passionate about transforming outdated, manual processes into digital, automated ones.
Proactive communicator who can collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and build trust.
Detail-obsessed and committed to getting it right—even under pressure
What You Bring:

3–5 years of Quality Assurance, Quality Systems, or Food Safety experience in USDA-regulated or BRC-certified food manufacturing preferred.
Demonstrated experience implementing or managing digital quality or operations platforms (RedZone, Smartsheet, and Tableau).
Strong knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, SSOPs, CAPA processes, and related documentation practices.
Solid background in audit prep, traceability, document control, and regulatory compliance.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, cloud-based platforms, and digital reporting tools
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.