Bachelor of Science degree in food science or related discipline preferred
Diploma in quality assurance is an asset
Experience in quality assurance related to human nutrition
Strong focus on safety and attention to detail
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated with a positive outlook
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Writer
Responsibilities
Implement quality processes and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Manage a Quality Management System for Human Nutrition activities
Review and manage existing documentation with the Documentation Team
Complete customer regulatory requests and documentation accurately
Interpret regulatory guidelines and assist with corporate compliance
Organize regulatory information for easy reference
Evaluate and approve suppliers to meet regulatory and quality requirements
Benefits
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Collaborative team environment
Exposure to diverse regulatory and quality challenges
Opportunity to lead and support special projects
Engagement with internal and external stakeholders
Full Job Description
The Quality Manager located in Buffalo Grove collaborates with the Regulatory and Quality Manager (RQM) for Human Nutrition (North America) in developing and implementing processes and systems to ensure products are controlled and evaluated against industry and regulatory standards. The Quality Manager is responsible for overseeing quality documentation and communicating quality and regulatory information to internal and external stakeholders.
Essential Duties and responsibilities*
Implement quality processes and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Manage a Quality Management System for Barentz's Human Nutrition activities (GFSI, BRC)
Working with the Documentation Team to review and manage existing documentation
Accurately complete customer regulatory requests and documentation
Interpret regulatory guidelines (FDA, USDA) and assist with corporate compliance
Organize regulatory information for easy reference and evaluation
Evaluating and approving suppliers to meet industry regulatory and quality requirements (FSVP)
Manage certifications and licences including leading third party and government audits
Support the RQM and business divisions on special projects as requested
Work in a team environment for mutual success
Manage multiple priorities
Support and lead by example, Barentz' culture, strategies, pillars, and fundamentals
Act legally and ethically in all professional relationships in adherence with Barentz' values and fundamentals
Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities
Perform other duties as requested
Required Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills
Bachelor of Science degree (food science or related discipline preferred)
Diploma in quality assurance an asset.
Experience in quality assurance related to human nutrition
Demonstrated focus on safety
Attention to detail and organization, with a high standard of accuracy
Customer focused and the ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently
Possesses Integrity, professionalism, and drive
Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to adapt communication style to the audience as needed
Effectively share regulatory knowledge with confidence.
Self-motivated, high energy, and engaging level of enthusiasm and positive outlook
Software knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, as well as Adobe Writer
Act legally and ethically in all professional relationships in adherence with Barentz' values and fundamentals
Work Environment
Work is performed in a typical office setting where the temperature is maintained throughout the year. There may be exposure to warehouse, production and/or laboratory facilities where proper PPE is required.
Physical requirements
The position is moderately sedentary. Use of a computer and phone are required on a regular basis for verbal and written communications. There may be extended driving and/or air travel.
Direct Reports
This position does not have any direct reports.
Access to Confidential Information
This position has access to a variety of information that must be maintained in a confidential manner including trade secrets, sales and marketing plans, customer/supplier information and financial data.
