Director, Quality Assurance Operations

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter

• Drive Food Safety and Quality across all Saputo Cheese US facilities by working with Corporate Quality, Plant Quality, Operations, Sales, customers and suppliers.
• Directly manage, support and develop the Regional Quality Assurance Managers.
• Responsible for supporting plants (location(s) to be determined) in the area of Quality Assurance and Food Safety.
• Provide leadership, direction and guidance to Regional Quality Assurance Managers and plant personnel by understanding regulatory, customer and internal Saputo Quality and Food Safety requirements.
• Develop and update policy. Work closely with Regional QA Managers and Food Safety Manager to implement and standardize these policies.
• Work with plants to identify gaps and implement solid solutions.
• Assess significant Quality and Food Safety situations and make sound recommendations regarding disposition of product and future preventative measures.
• Create and standardize Quality Assurance requirements, documentation and execution of plant processes.
• Lead cross functional Quality Assurance teams and efforts.
• Follow regulatory changes and develop or modify policies as needed to insure compliance.
• Support specified customer and supplier initiatives in conjunction with Sales, Operations and other functions as appropriate.
• Perform miscellaneous duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

You are best suited for the role if you have the following experience, skills, and qualifications,

• Values that align with the Saputo culture:  Respect, Teamwork, Openness, Ownership, Commitment, Integrity, Passion.
• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, Food Science or related field.  Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Minimum of ten (10) years' experience in quality and food safety in the dairy industry.
• Experience with cheese and/or dairy powders.
• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements (i.e. FDA, USDA, etc.).
• Strong understanding of plant QA systems (i.e. HACCP, Environmental Pathogen Monitoring, Pest Control, etc.)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Ability to define problems, collects data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and provide solutions.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with all levels of employees as well as internal and external customers.
• Ability to influence and drive positive change.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently with good time management.
• Ability to travel frequently (50%) with overnight stays.
• Must possess strong leadership, communication and organizational skills.

We Support and Care for Our Employees by Providing Them With…

• Development opportunities that enhance your career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

Range Salary: $130,000 - $180,000.

Salary offer will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills and trainings.

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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