Clark-Resources
Senior Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) Leader
Clark-Resources, Carthage, Missouri, United States, 64836
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Base pay range
$125,000.00/yr - $195,000.00/yr Additional compensation types
Annual Bonus Direct message the job poster from Clark-Resources This position is 100% onsite position near Carthage, Missouri. M-F full time and on-call. Our client does offer relocation assistance but must currently live in the U.S. Must have extensive Food/Beverage Manufacturing Industry experience to be considered. We are seeking an experienced
Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) and Technical Services Leader
to drive excellence across multiple manufacturing sites. This role will shape strategy, lead high-performing teams, and ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and company standards. Key Responsibilities Champion a culture of food safety, quality, and operational integrity. Lead and develop high-performing, customer-focused teams. Collaborate with R&D, Sales, Operations, and leadership to shape FSQ strategies and programs. Act as primary FSQ contact for customers, ensuring timely resolution of technical inquiries and quality issues. Oversee preventive risk mitigation programs, leveraging predictive analytics and data-driven decision making. Ensure FSQ plans, preventive controls, and CCPs are current, effective, and followed. Partner with plant leadership to align on FSQ programs, capital needs, and process optimization. Oversee supplier quality programs, vendor assessments, and raw material qualification. Lead continuous improvement initiatives using root cause analysis (RCA) and CAPA processes. Support plant expansions, new product commercialization, and compliance with domestic and international regulations. Provide leadership in sanitation practices, environmental monitoring, and audit readiness. Mentor and coach FSQ teams, driving professional growth and operational excellence. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biological Sciences, or related field (Master’s preferred). 10+ years FSQ or related experience in food & beverage manufacturing, ideally with multi-plant oversight, Dairy experience is a nice plus. Certifications such as PCQI, HACCP, SQF Practitioner preferred. Demonstrated leadership in quality systems, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation. Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence at all organizational levels. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team development skills. Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Product Management Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Dairy Product Manufacturing, and Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Clark-Resources by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
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$125,000.00/yr - $195,000.00/yr Additional compensation types
Annual Bonus Direct message the job poster from Clark-Resources This position is 100% onsite position near Carthage, Missouri. M-F full time and on-call. Our client does offer relocation assistance but must currently live in the U.S. Must have extensive Food/Beverage Manufacturing Industry experience to be considered. We are seeking an experienced
Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) and Technical Services Leader
to drive excellence across multiple manufacturing sites. This role will shape strategy, lead high-performing teams, and ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and company standards. Key Responsibilities Champion a culture of food safety, quality, and operational integrity. Lead and develop high-performing, customer-focused teams. Collaborate with R&D, Sales, Operations, and leadership to shape FSQ strategies and programs. Act as primary FSQ contact for customers, ensuring timely resolution of technical inquiries and quality issues. Oversee preventive risk mitigation programs, leveraging predictive analytics and data-driven decision making. Ensure FSQ plans, preventive controls, and CCPs are current, effective, and followed. Partner with plant leadership to align on FSQ programs, capital needs, and process optimization. Oversee supplier quality programs, vendor assessments, and raw material qualification. Lead continuous improvement initiatives using root cause analysis (RCA) and CAPA processes. Support plant expansions, new product commercialization, and compliance with domestic and international regulations. Provide leadership in sanitation practices, environmental monitoring, and audit readiness. Mentor and coach FSQ teams, driving professional growth and operational excellence. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biological Sciences, or related field (Master’s preferred). 10+ years FSQ or related experience in food & beverage manufacturing, ideally with multi-plant oversight, Dairy experience is a nice plus. Certifications such as PCQI, HACCP, SQF Practitioner preferred. Demonstrated leadership in quality systems, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation. Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence at all organizational levels. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team development skills. Seniority level
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Employment type Full-time Job function
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