• Have a solid understanding of Quality standards such as:   
o Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)   
o Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)   
o Good Hygiene & Sanitation Practices (GHSP)   
o Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP)   
o Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) Certification   
• Practice and ensure adherence to all company GMP’s, Food Safety and Food Quality policies and 
procedures.   
o Including but not limited to: SQF, HACCP, Preventive Controls, SOP’s, GMP’s, Recall Program, 
Allergen Program, Food Defense, SSOP’s, and Pest control programs.   
o Update and develop the policies and procedures to ensure that they are compliant with the latest 
regulations.   
o Ensure all Quality, Sanitation, and Regulatory documentation is completed and maintained.   
o Complete verification and validation activities.    
o Initiate and lead non-conformance & complaint investigations regarding raw material failures, 
finished goods failures, and customer complaints.   
• Perform risk analysis, root cause analysis, develop a corrective/ preventive action plan, implement the 
plan, and submit a summary report for project closure.   
• Ensures all products meet regulatory standards of FDA, EPA, and Illinois State.   
o Acts as a liaison between the company and federal, state and/or local regulatory agencies.    
• Serve as Recall Coordinator, conduct mock recalls, and forward & backward traceability exercises.   
• Communicate with suppliers & corporate office regarding quality, safety, including coordinating holds.   
• Supervise daily laboratory operations, sanitation, and Quality staff.   
o Manage the design and implementation of quality related training for Quality and plant 
personnel.    
• Maintains a functional, and operational, laboratory while complying with GLP’s.    
o Update and maintain laboratory instrumentation and procedures manuals.   
• Conduct internal audits as well as prepare for customer and 3rd party food safety audits.  
o Including inspections that uphold the Identity Preserved status of applicable raw materials or 
finished products (for example: Kosher, Halal, Organic, Non-GMO)   
• Direct and coordinate the overall quality specifications and standards for raw materials, processes, and 
finished goods.   
o Ensure the food safety of all materials, processes, and finished goods to meet company and 
customer specifications and standards.   
o Coordinates and directs inspection and testing procedures for materials, processes, and finished 
goods.   
• Design and oversee sanitation (CIP & COP) protocols and procedures for the facility to ensure a clean 
and safe production environment.   
o Implement and manage the master sanitation schedule, and training programs for employees, to 
maintain a hygienic workplace.   
• Coordinate cleaning, sanitation, and pest control activities to prevent contamination and uphold 
regulatory standards.   
o Including, but not limited to; managing the Allergen Control Program & Environmental Control 
Program   
o Manage and document swabbing.   
o Regularly inspect and assess sanitation processes and equipment to identify areas for 
improvement.   
• Apply statistical process control (SPC) methods for analyzing data related to quality and sanitation 
performance to evaluate current process and identify potential process changes or areas of 
improvement.  
• Provide ongoing guidance and support to team members, fostering a culture of accountability and 
continuous improvement.   
 
Education and Skills 
• B.S. in Food Science or related field  
• Experience in an aseptic high-acid manufacturing environment or related fields  
• Understanding of sanitation (including CIP & COP) best practices, chemical handling, and equipment 
cleaning 
• Minimum 5 years managing staff  
• High level of proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)  
• HACCP Certification  
• PCQI Certification  
• GFSI Certification (SQF is ideal)  
• Experience with RedZone Compliance is a plus.  
• Fluent speaking, writing, and reading in English.  
• Technical capacity with the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a multitude of variables.   
• Excellent written and oral communication skills   
• Proficient Leadership skills   
• Solid time management and organizational skills   
• Excellent planning and analytical skills    
• Technical capacity with the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a multitude of variables.