TITLE: FSQS Manager
LOCATION: Onsite in Lithonia, Georgia 5 days a week
COMP RANGE: $103,000 - $120,000 / year plus bonus
Griffith Foods is hiring an FSQS Manager to be responsible for assuring effective systems are implemented to provide for safe, wholesome, authentic, and quality products that meet Griffith US FSQS, customer, and regulatory requirements.
This is your opportunity to create an environment to develop and maintain a strong culture of quality and food safety plantwide and be a member of the Plant Management Team. You will lead, coach, and develop a department including 9 quality and 15 sanitation personnel.
As an FSQS Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Leading and managing 4 direct reports at our Lithonia Georgia facility.
- Plans and oversees the analysis, inspection, design, test, and/or integration to assure food safety and quality of products, components and processes.
- Develop plant and departmental FSQS related goals and objectives consistent with US goals.
- Reviews data obtained during quality control and quality assurance activities to ensure consistency with company policies and procedures.
- Keeps management team abreast of significant issues or developments identified during quality activities and actions being taken to improve the situation.
- Prepares and presents technical and program information to the management team.
- Maintains current HACCP and Food Safety plan. Leads HACCP Team and assures all products are manufactured using a current, accurate HACCP and Food Safety Plan.
The FSQS Manager position is well suited for you if you:
- Champion employee safety, food safety and quality culture
- Builds and sustains a culture of ownership and excellence by empowering team members, developing talent through coaching, and reinforcing accountability for individual and team performance
- Responsible for hiring, discipline, performance review and overall management of Plant Quality & Sanitation staff
- Drive continuous improvement at the local level through leading of projects to include but not limited to product testing, improved technology and training
- Have strong technical expertise in food safety, sanitation, analytics, environmental monitoring, compliance, and commercialization
- Are a visible manager on the production floor who connects with hourly and salaried employees
Qualified candidates will have:
- Bachelor’s of Science, Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or a related degree.
- At least 5+ years’ experience in plant food safety and quality.
- At least 5 years’ direct people management including demonstrated leadership, coaching and development.
- Willingness to be onsite 5 days a week in Lithonia, Georgia.
- Willingness and ability to travel within the US up to 10% as needed for business purposes.
- Candidates must currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
What will set you apart:
- HACCP and PCQI certifications
- BRC certificate maintenance
- Knowledge of Global Food Safety Initiative
This role is affiliated to the Lithonia, GA location, and candidates for this role need to reside within a commutable distance of that location and will be required to come into that location. You may be asked to travel to other locations periodically for meetings.
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, EAP, Health Advocacy, Financial Planning, Parental Leave, Care.com, Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance, Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement, Safety Reimbursement, Lifestyle Spending Account, Group Life & AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, PTO, Holiday’s & Leaves, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Home & Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Long Term Care + Life Insurance & Legal Assistance. There is also potential for a discretionary bonus, with a target of 12%. This bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.
At Griffith Foods, you can be a member of a globally connected team that is known for true, collaborative innovation, guided by our purpose to Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish The World. We are a family-owned business, founded in 1919 and headquarters in Alsip, Illinois USA. Our product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet.
At Griffith Foods, we aim to create a regenerative future and build food systems that are sustainable and resilient for both people and the planet. A sustainable supply chain enables us to deliver high-quality products in a way that supports the growers and farming communities.
Learn more about us at https://griffithfoods.com/careers/
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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or a related field
- At least 5 years of experience in plant food safety and quality
- At least 5 years of direct people management experience, including leadership, coaching, and development
- Willingness to work onsite five days per week in Lithonia, Georgia
- Willingness and ability to travel within the United States up to 10%
- Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States
- HACCP certification
- PCQI certification
- BRC certificate maintenance experience
- Knowledge of the Global Food Safety Initiative
What We Do
Griffith Foods is a family-owned global product development partner serving food companies. It collaborates on food innovation to address changing consumer needs while supporting planetary sustainability. Its ingredient capabilities include seasonings, marinades, coating systems, sauces, breadings, flavors, and bakery products. Headquartered in Alsip, Illinois, the company operates with a purpose of blending care and creativity to nourish the world.
