• Job Description

  Req#: 24-6097

  Description

  Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table!

  We are hiring a Sr. FSQ Programs Manager to work within one hour of any of our 17 national food production plants. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining and continuously improving the corporate Food Safety and Quality (FSQ) management system, to ensure food safety, quality and regulatory compliance.

  Responsibilities:

  • Lead upgrades to the FSQ management system, through standardization and industry benchmarking, to drive a food safety and quality culture throughout the organization, and in line with business needs.
  • Lead teams to deliver on the FSQ strategy, providing expertise to appropriate functions and locations. Manage, coach and develop a team of quality experts to improve corporate quality programs, ensuring compliance with Schwan’s policies and procedures and adherence to external food safety/regulatory requirements.
  • In depth analysis and report of FSQ performance and system effectiveness. Understand internal and external food safety & quality processes, identify FSQ issues, trends, and opportunities with the purpose of driving continuous improvement.
  • Develop and report quality KPIs, applying understanding of the impact of KPIs to the business.
  • Utilize and critically evaluate data from a variety of sources to identify root cause and lead teams towards resolution.
  • Partner with technical groups e.g. Sanitation, FSQ systems, IT, integrated work systems to ensure processes and systems enable the execution of FSQ programs.
  • Create an environment of learning, provide hands-on support and guidance to the organization during the implementation of FSQ initiatives to drive a culture of consistency and continuous improvement. Facilitate communities of practice on FSQ related topics.
  • Coordinate annual employee training programs for Good Manufacturing Practices, Internal Audits, and other food safety quality topics as necessary.
  • Lead corporate internal audit program, review corrective actions, and follow up actions.

  Qualifications:

  • Proficient in project management and quality management systems.
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science, Food Safety and Technology or a closely related field OR Masters Degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science, Food Safety and Technology or a closely related field.

  • 5+ years of experience as FSQ Manager for a facility manufacturing food subject to USDA or FDA inspection or similar FSQ management role (assuming you have a 4-year degree); OR w ith a qualifying Masters Degree, 3+ years of experience as an FSQ Manager for a facility manufacturing food subject to USDA or FDA inspection, or similar FSQ management role.

  • Proficient in project management and quality management systems.
  • Ability to travel approximately 50%.
  • Strong understanding of food safety, HACCP, and food regulatory requirements.
  • Strong skills in planning, leading and conducting internal audits. Proficient in SQF standard or other GFSI Certification.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents, including professional and technical standards.
  • Strong skills on RCA, CAPA and problem-solving techniques.
  • Good knowledge of statistics and interpretation of experimental data. Basic knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) applications.

  Compensation and Benefits:

  The base salary range for this position is $104,625 to $174,375 annually with eligibility for a 20% annual incentive bonus that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to education, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

  
  Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, and wellbeing support programs.

  
  The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.

  Qualifications

  Education: Bachelor’s degree (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science, Food Safety and Technology or a closely related field. For candidates with a qualifying Bachelor’s degree - five years of experience as FSQ Manager, Regional FSQ Manager, FSQ Supervisor, Quality Assurance Supervisor, Corporate Quality Regional Manager, and other similar Food Safety and Quality Management positions for a facility or facilities or corporate manufacturing food subject to USDA or FDA inspection with at least one year in a Regional FSQ Manager, Senior Food Safety and Quality Scientist, Corporate Quality Regional Manager or similar senior level FSQ management position for a food manufacturer or maker. All experience can be gained in the same 5 year period.

  OR

  Master's degree (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science, Food Safety and Technology or a closely related field. For candidates with a qualifying Master’s degree; three years of experience as an Food Safety Quality (FSQ )Manager, Senior Food Safety and Quality Scientist, Regional FSQ Manager, FSQ Supervisor, Quality Assurance Supervisor, Corporate Quality Regional Manager, and other similar Food Safety and Quality Management positions for a facility or facilities or corporate manufacturing food subject to USDA or FDA inspection with at least one year in a Regional FSQ Manager, Senior Food Safety and Quality Scientist, Corporate Quality Regional Manager or similar senior level FSQ management position for a food manufacturer or maker. All experience can be gained in the same 3 year period.

  Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: HACCP/Preventive Controls Certification. Strong technical skills in area of focus(microbiology and/or chemistry) with ability to interpret general technical and scientific results and performanalytical tests. Sound mathematical and basic food science understanding. Strong understanding of food safety,HACCP, and basic food regulatory requirements. Working knowledge of basic quality control and quality assuranceprograms and concepts. Good knowledge of statistics and interpretation of experimental data. Basic understanding ofthe manufacturing environment and production operation. Basic knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC)applications. Strong analytic and project management skills. Strong computer skills and ability to learn technicalsoftware. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of programs with strong Excel skills. Proven people management anddelegation skills. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with demonstrated influencemanagement skills. Strong technical and business writing skills. Strong presentation and leadership skills. Strong technical and business writing skills. Comfortable in small group and large group settings. Detail- oriented, takeinitiative, and ability to work with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment. Ability to develop positiverelationships and work cross functionally.

  This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the job. An individual must be able to perform all ofthe duties and responsibilities listed in a fully competent manner to be considered successful in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individualswith disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.

• About the company

  Schwan's Company, formerly known as The Schwan Food Company, is a privately owned company under CJ CheilJedang with approximately 12,000 employees.

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