[US-HQ] Senior Director, FSQA
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<p><strong>Senior Director, Food Safety</strong></p> <p>Newark NJ, Dallas TX, Phoenix AZ, or Toronto ON</p> <p>We are seeking an experienced Senior Director of Food Safety and Quality to lead our comprehensive food safety and quality assurance programs. This senior position will oversee all aspects of food safety, quality control, and risk management in our meal kit operations across North America. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the food industry, strong leadership capabilities, and deep expertise in food safety regulations and quality management systems</p> <p><em><strong>You will...</strong></em></p> <ul> <li>Develop and implement comprehensive food safety and quality strategies aligned with company objectives</li> <li>Lead cross-functional teams to ensure integration of quality and safety standards throughout all operations</li> <li>Lead the food safety teams at up to 10 HF sites across the continent. </li> <li>Manage working relationships with local, regional and national regulators, industry organizations, and key stakeholders </li> <li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance food safety culture and operational excellence</li> </ul> <p><em><strong>Additionally You will… </strong></em></p> <ul> <li>Ensure unwavering compliance with USDA, FDA, GFSI, and all relevant food safety regulations, standards, audits, and certifications.</li> <li>Direct the development, implementation, and maintenance of HACCP plans, prerequisite programs, and the comprehensive food safety management system.</li> <li>Proactively conduct risk assessments and execute effective, appropriate control measures.</li> <li>Maintain expert-level knowledge of evolving regulations and drive the adoption of industry best practices.</li> <li>Oversee quality control laboratory operations, testing protocols, and analytical methods.</li> <li>Define and enforce quality specifications, standards, and robust performance metrics.</li> <li>Lead the implementation and management of the Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) system.</li> <li>Manage and lead swift product recalls and critical crisis response procedures when necessary.</li> <li>Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and comprehensive reporting mechanisms.</li> <li>Ensure integrity of documentation control and record-keeping systems.</li> <li>Recruit, lead, and mentor a high-performing, technically expert food safety and quality organization.</li> <li>Build talent through strategic training, personalized coaching, and professional dev
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