Director of Quality Assurance

Judge Direct Placement is seeking a Director of Quality for a food manufacturing company. The Director will oversee quality assurance and food safety programs, manage a team of quality control professionals, collaborate across departments, and work with external stakeholders to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations while fostering a strong food safety culture. Must be open to shifts. Base pay range $140,000.00/yr - $155,000.00/yr Responsibilities Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality management systems Oversee product quality testing, evaluations, and audits to maintain compliance Monitor and measure product quality, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions Drive development and execution of quality policies and procedures within industry standards Ensure adherence to food safety regulations and maintain necessary certifications Lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of food safety programs Oversee maintenance of food safety programs including training, audits, and processes Coordinate inspections, certifications, and compliance updates Manage and mentor the quality assurance and food safety teams Develop team KPIs and ensure alignment with organizational goals Partner with operations, supply chain, and production to ensure quality controls Collaborate with other departments including Marketing and R&D Align quality and food safety initiatives with overall company objectives Respond to and manage food safety incidents Conduct internal audits and reviews Oversee preparation of required regulator reports Maintain accurate records of audits, inspections, and training Requirements Master’s degree in Food Science or related field Lead Auditor Certified (e.g., ISO 9001 or ISO 22000) Food Defense Certified Master’s Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (proven expertise in process improvement and waste reduction) Certifications HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) SQF (Safe Quality Food) Certified Experience using SAP and other ERP systems to track, manage, and report quality and safety data Familiarity with tools and technologies used for food safety, traceability, and reporting Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Quality Assurance Management Manufacturing Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing Manufacturing J-18808-Ljbffraa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a