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Quality and Food Safety Manager – Mt. Vernon, IN
This is an exempt level position.
This key operational role is responsible for Quality and Food Safety at the Mt. Vernon Flour Mill. The QFS Manager is responsible of all aspects of the department. The QFS Manager will have a leading role in developing and implementing Programs and Standard Operating Procedures and must be excellent at training and developing operational staff. The ideal candidate sets and maintains ADMs high standards for Safety and Quality for all departments while maintaining production and efficiency excellence. Successful candidates will be good communicators who can nurture outstanding interdepartmental, commercial and customer relationships. They will have the ability to identify and decisively solve problems as they arise and maintain records in accordance with established ADM policies.
This position reports directly to the Plant Manager and is responsible for managing a team of 3-5 individuals.
Essential Job Functions
Support various systems that are used throughout the facility ADM Weigh, APecS, Sphera, PolicyTech, TLC
FDA / BRC / Organic / Gluten Free / Customer AuditsProvides auditing supportPerforms annual tasks as needed for compliance
Production SupportInteracts with ADM Quality Center of Excellence and Food Safety personnel to ensure compliance and continuous improvement
Operational PresenceMaintains strong floor visibility (50% of time), participates in daily walks, and leads by example through direct engagement with frontline teams
SafetyLeads Food Safety and collaborates with EHS to integrate People Safety into daily operations and plant wide culture
Develop and implement Quality and Food Safety requirements for Human Food and Animal Food, when applicable Monitor the quality and safety of incoming ingredients and manufactured productsManage prerequisite programs that support the Quality Management SystemAssist with IRM score improvementsActively participate in employee developmentCreate, support and facilitate trainingAssists with internal auditingEnsures site readiness for internal and external quality audits
Developing ProcessesOversees and implements Cost of Poor QualityAssists with the IA (Intentional Adulteration) FSMA implementation- Food Defense Vulnerability AssessmentOversees non-conformity investigations; assures root cause analysis and review is conducted
Manage and Lead OthersManage Quality Control team and ensure analytical programs provide adequate support to operations and accurate results to customersEffectively lead all facility colleagues to establish understanding of food safety and quality standards and drive improvement in food safety culture
Communication & CoverageBuilds trust and alignment through visibility and direct support on all schedulesCoaches teams to take ownership of quality and food safety procedure
Job Qualifications
Preferred 4 year degree or equivalent 7 years Food Safety experience
Preventative Control Qualified Individual (PCQI) trained
Working knowledge of Document Management (PolicyTech), spreadsheets, and databases
Knowledge of applicable food regulations and requirements
Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel
Must be organized, possess time management skills and be able to meet deadlines
Ability to make decisions based on information and data available
Ability to work as a team member and provide training
Demonstrate experience of effective leadership
Working Conditions
Employees in this position will be exposed to hot and cold temperatures, dusty environments and may be exposed to various potential chemical and food allergens due to the nature of our business and requirements of the job. If there is any reason such exposure would interfere with your ability to perform this role or work at this facility, please notify the hiring manager.
Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department / team performance, and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between :
$70,400.00 - $131,300.00
Salaried Incentive Plan
The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus
Benefits and Perks
Physical wellness – medical / Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Additional benefits include :
Paid time off including paid holidays.
Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Quality and Food Safety Manager – Mt. Vernon, IN
This is an exempt level position.
This key operational role is responsible for Quality and Food Safety at the Mt. Vernon Flour Mill. The QFS Manager is responsible of all aspects of the department. The QFS Manager will have a leading role in developing and implementing Programs and Standard Operating Procedures and must be excellent at training and developing operational staff. The ideal candidate sets and maintains ADMs high standards for Safety and Quality for all departments while maintaining production and efficiency excellence. Successful candidates will be good communicators who can nurture outstanding interdepartmental, commercial and customer relationships. They will have the ability to identify and decisively solve problems as they arise and maintain records in accordance with established ADM policies.
This position reports directly to the Plant Manager and is responsible for managing a team of 3-5 individuals.
Essential Job Functions
Support various systems that are used throughout the facility ADM Weigh, APecS, Sphera, PolicyTech, TLC
FDA / BRC / Organic / Gluten Free / Customer AuditsProvides auditing supportPerforms annual tasks as needed for compliance
Production SupportInteracts with ADM Quality Center of Excellence and Food Safety personnel to ensure compliance and continuous improvement
Operational PresenceMaintains strong floor visibility (50% of time), participates in daily walks, and leads by example through direct engagement with frontline teams
SafetyLeads Food Safety and collaborates with EHS to integrate People Safety into daily operations and plant wide culture
Develop and implement Quality and Food Safety requirements for Human Food and Animal Food, when applicable Monitor the quality and safety of incoming ingredients and manufactured productsManage prerequisite programs that support the Quality Management SystemAssist with IRM score improvementsActively participate in employee developmentCreate, support and facilitate trainingAssists with internal auditingEnsures site readiness for internal and external quality audits
Developing ProcessesOversees and implements Cost of Poor QualityAssists with the IA (Intentional Adulteration) FSMA implementation- Food Defense Vulnerability AssessmentOversees non-conformity investigations; assures root cause analysis and review is conducted
Manage and Lead OthersManage Quality Control team and ensure analytical programs provide adequate support to operations and accurate results to customersEffectively lead all facility colleagues to establish understanding of food safety and quality standards and drive improvement in food safety culture
Communication & CoverageBuilds trust and alignment through visibility and direct support on all schedulesCoaches teams to take ownership of quality and food safety procedure
Job Qualifications
Preferred 4 year degree or equivalent 7 years Food Safety experience
Preventative Control Qualified Individual (PCQI) trained
Working knowledge of Document Management (PolicyTech), spreadsheets, and databases
Knowledge of applicable food regulations and requirements
Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel
Must be organized, possess time management skills and be able to meet deadlines
Ability to make decisions based on information and data available
Ability to work as a team member and provide training
Demonstrate experience of effective leadership
Working Conditions
Employees in this position will be exposed to hot and cold temperatures, dusty environments and may be exposed to various potential chemical and food allergens due to the nature of our business and requirements of the job. If there is any reason such exposure would interfere with your ability to perform this role or work at this facility, please notify the hiring manager.
Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department / team performance, and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between :
$70,400.00 - $131,300.00
Salaried Incentive Plan
The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus
Benefits and Perks
Physical wellness – medical / Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Additional benefits include :
Paid time off including paid holidays.
Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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