Kitchen Fresh Foods is seeking an experienced and passionate Quality Control Manager to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a quality leader who thrives in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment and is committed to protecting consumers, supporting customers, and building a strong culture of food safety and continuous improvement.
Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, this leadership position plays a critical role in overseeing all aspects of food safety, quality assurance, sanitation systems, and SQF compliance throughout the organization.
If you are a collaborative leader who enjoys solving problems, developing teams, and driving operational excellence, we want to hear from you.
As our Quality Control Manager, you will:
Lead and continuously improve our quality management systems
Serve as the facility SQF Practitioner, Food Defense Coordinator, and Recall Coordinator
Oversee all Food Safety, Food Quality, and Sanitation programs, including development, implementation, training, verification, and maintenance
Lead internal, customer, and regulatory audits
Monitor production processes to ensure products meet specifications and customer expectations
Investigate customer complaints, identify trends, and implement sustainable solutions
Drive corrective and preventive action initiatives (CAPA)
Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Purchasing, Product Management, Commercial teams, and Plant FSQA
Develop and deliver training programs related to GMPs, HACCP, food safety, and product quality standards
Monitor key performance indicators and communicate quality performance to senior leadership
Foster accountability and support disciplinary processes related to food safety and quality standards
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Quality Management, or a related field
Proven leadership experience in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, or Food Safety within a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of food safety systems, SQF requirements, HACCP, GMPs, and quality management principles
Experience leading audits and managing regulatory compliance programs
Excellent communication, coaching, and leadership skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Proficiency with quality management systems and software
SQF Practitioner experience
Food Safety, HACCP, PCQI, or related certifications
Quality certifications such as ASQ, CQM, or equivalent
At Kitchen Fresh Foods, quality is more than a department—it's a commitment that touches every product we make and every customer we serve.
We offer:
A collaborative and team-oriented culture
Opportunities to lead impactful initiatives
A growing company with opportunities for advancement
The ability to influence food safety and quality at every level of the organization
Competitive compensation and benefits
Ready to lead quality excellence? Apply today and help us deliver safe, high-quality products that customers trust every day.
Kitchen Fresh Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.
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