Perdue Chicken
Overview
Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive.
That’s Perdue.
Summary Perdue is hiring a FSQA Manager to support our facility in Prince George, VA. The FSQA Manager provides leadership to cross-functional teams when problem solving issues across functional areas (QA, Operations, R&D, and Marketing/Sales), measures and communicate progress as a problem moves towards a lasting solution. The Senior FSQA Manager will also assist Operations, R&D, Engineering with design (and process capability) on any new lines (as well as improvements in old lines), build and maintain a strong QA/FS teams by providing coaching and training, assist associates in receiving outside training when needed, provide Food Safety guidance to operations and maintain strong professional relationships across plant locations, Sales, Marketing, Vendors, Key customers, Co-Packers, to enable responsive partnerships.
Responsibilities
Oversee Food Safety and Quality Management systems (FSQMS) and support personnel of assigned locations to include HACCP, SSOP, FSIS regulations and programs.
Provide executive reporting on Food Safety and regulatory compliance and concerns about microbial management with actionable recommendations.
Ensure Perdue’s microbial intervention processes are executed in assigned facilities.
Partner with business colleagues (e.g., Supplier Quality and Procurement) where improvements and execution of relevant preventive controls about food safety programs are needed.
Train/educate colleagues and suppliers in finding critical parameters of processes used, the mechanisms underlying control steps and the measurements needed to validate these processes when requested by other functions (e.g., Supplier Quality).
Demonstrate excellent organizational skills including time management and priority setting.
Interact clearly and effectively with cross-functional partners to establish target plans and maintain timelines to ensure timely and quality execution. Demonstrate transformational leadership to provide evidence-based leadership and the ability to work with all levels of team members, management and community leaders.
Maintain excellent executive presentation and communication skills with the ability to inspire and inform.
Minimum Education Bachelor of Arts/Science Degree in Food Science, Microbiology or an Agribusiness related major.
Experience Requirements
5+ years’ experience in the food industry required, poultry strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of (and/or certifications in) food safety and all applicable regulations as required.
Substantial experience in Food Safety/Quality and/or Regulatory relations with a minimum of 2 years in progressive management role.
5+ years with direct customer interface and support around Quality and Food Safety
5+ years’ experience managing requirements around verification programs; NAE, NGMO., Gluten Free, BRC, SQF, HACCP, etc.
Strong background in microbiology and food science/engineering/food safety with a minimum of 15 years work experience.
Extensive Regulatory (USDA) engagement experience.
Experience Preferred
Experience developing and maintaining company records relating to process workflows, USDA, FDA, and other regulatory organizations.
Thorough understanding of HACCP and GFSI programs/audit schemes.
Robust knowledge and experience with the application of intervention systems to reduce microbial load and risk throughout poultry processing.
Ability to effectively articulate and present the company’s Food Safety and Quality strategy as it relates to senior management, regulatory bodies, customers and copackers.
Proven ability to operate successfully in a rapidly growing organization, inclusive of demonstrated ability to coordinate efforts in addressing regulatory issues. Ability to formulate solutions from a broad perspective.
Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements
Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.
May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another.
May need to access files, supplies and equipment.
When in a plant environment:
Exposure to wet and moist floors with metal and plastic grating surfaces. May be exposed to temperatures from 28 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with ambient and high humidity.
May handle product from 25 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Exposure to noise ranges of 50 dB to 110 dB. May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food processing facility.
May need to climb ladders and must wear and use protective and safety equipment as directed by the Company.
Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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That’s Perdue.
Summary Perdue is hiring a FSQA Manager to support our facility in Prince George, VA. The FSQA Manager provides leadership to cross-functional teams when problem solving issues across functional areas (QA, Operations, R&D, and Marketing/Sales), measures and communicate progress as a problem moves towards a lasting solution. The Senior FSQA Manager will also assist Operations, R&D, Engineering with design (and process capability) on any new lines (as well as improvements in old lines), build and maintain a strong QA/FS teams by providing coaching and training, assist associates in receiving outside training when needed, provide Food Safety guidance to operations and maintain strong professional relationships across plant locations, Sales, Marketing, Vendors, Key customers, Co-Packers, to enable responsive partnerships.
Responsibilities
Oversee Food Safety and Quality Management systems (FSQMS) and support personnel of assigned locations to include HACCP, SSOP, FSIS regulations and programs.
Provide executive reporting on Food Safety and regulatory compliance and concerns about microbial management with actionable recommendations.
Ensure Perdue’s microbial intervention processes are executed in assigned facilities.
Partner with business colleagues (e.g., Supplier Quality and Procurement) where improvements and execution of relevant preventive controls about food safety programs are needed.
Train/educate colleagues and suppliers in finding critical parameters of processes used, the mechanisms underlying control steps and the measurements needed to validate these processes when requested by other functions (e.g., Supplier Quality).
Demonstrate excellent organizational skills including time management and priority setting.
Interact clearly and effectively with cross-functional partners to establish target plans and maintain timelines to ensure timely and quality execution. Demonstrate transformational leadership to provide evidence-based leadership and the ability to work with all levels of team members, management and community leaders.
Maintain excellent executive presentation and communication skills with the ability to inspire and inform.
Minimum Education Bachelor of Arts/Science Degree in Food Science, Microbiology or an Agribusiness related major.
Experience Requirements
5+ years’ experience in the food industry required, poultry strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of (and/or certifications in) food safety and all applicable regulations as required.
Substantial experience in Food Safety/Quality and/or Regulatory relations with a minimum of 2 years in progressive management role.
5+ years with direct customer interface and support around Quality and Food Safety
5+ years’ experience managing requirements around verification programs; NAE, NGMO., Gluten Free, BRC, SQF, HACCP, etc.
Strong background in microbiology and food science/engineering/food safety with a minimum of 15 years work experience.
Extensive Regulatory (USDA) engagement experience.
Experience Preferred
Experience developing and maintaining company records relating to process workflows, USDA, FDA, and other regulatory organizations.
Thorough understanding of HACCP and GFSI programs/audit schemes.
Robust knowledge and experience with the application of intervention systems to reduce microbial load and risk throughout poultry processing.
Ability to effectively articulate and present the company’s Food Safety and Quality strategy as it relates to senior management, regulatory bodies, customers and copackers.
Proven ability to operate successfully in a rapidly growing organization, inclusive of demonstrated ability to coordinate efforts in addressing regulatory issues. Ability to formulate solutions from a broad perspective.
Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements
Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.
May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another.
May need to access files, supplies and equipment.
When in a plant environment:
Exposure to wet and moist floors with metal and plastic grating surfaces. May be exposed to temperatures from 28 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with ambient and high humidity.
May handle product from 25 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Exposure to noise ranges of 50 dB to 110 dB. May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food processing facility.
May need to climb ladders and must wear and use protective and safety equipment as directed by the Company.
Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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