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Associate Director, Inspection & Supplier Quality Jobs in Houston, TX at CTMC
Who We Are
At Freshpet, our goal is to change the way people nourish their pets forever. We strive to strengthen the bond between people and our pets so that we both live longer, healthier, and happier lives while being kind to the planet. We believe that if we can create fresh, real foods that pets love and help them live healthier lives, that their pet parents will also enjoy the many benefits of a rich life shared with a pet. IT’S AMAZING WHAT CAN HAPPEN WHEN YOU START COMPLETELY FRESH!
What You Will Do
The responsibilities of the Food Safety Quality Assurance (FSQA) Laboratory Supervisor will include:
Ensuring proper procedures are in place and being followed for employee safety, food safety, and product quality
Ensuring the safety of all Freshpet products
Developing, managing, and executing plant microbiological, nutritional, and food safety/quality testing programs, assuring conformance to Freshpet standards
Performing microbiological and analytical testing on raw, in-process, and finished products as required
Conducting laboratory proficiency testing and staff evaluations
Providing analytical equipment troubleshooting and training team members to assist with routine maintenance
Actively participating in developing and monitoring Freshpet food safety programs for all products
Providing support to validate or verify required food safety tests/new methods as needed
Supporting the timely execution of the Internal Audit program and performing audits as needed
Managing day-to-day schedule and routine activities of laboratories to meet business needs
Managing plant laboratory supplies and ordering activity
Providing leadership to Microbiology Technician team
Supporting training of QA team members, and others as needed
Managing shelf-life program and sharing trends or observations in a timely manner
Assisting with investigations related to food safety, including supplier issues, processing and warehousing incidents, and consumer complaints
Monitoring and providing timely updates related to nonconformance events, ensuring documented corrective action effectiveness
Assuming additional related responsibilities as necessary
How You Will Make an Impact
Advanced knowledge of food safety and quality requirements for the food industry
Demonstrated leadership competency; able to oversee and direct the work of others
Understanding of microbiological testing techniques, including FDA BAM testing methodologies
Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs, as well as lead others through change
Strong knowledge and application of Good Laboratory Practices
Excellent document control and data management skills
Excellent organizational skills and ability to adapt to fluctuating workload, while maintaining attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications
Experience identifying food safety risk and conducting risk analysis, using HACCP and preventive controls principles
Demonstrates respect for confidentiality with respect to laboratory information
Team player, fosters open and honest communication
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Sound ethics
What You Will Bring
BS/BA required, degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, or related preferred.
3+ years of hands-on laboratory experience.
Must be HACCP/PCQI certified or receive certification within three months in position.
Able to work in production areas under hot, humid and/or refrigerated conditions
Able to work varied days/shifts to support business needs
Lift and perform physical labor during plant tests or product start-ups
Work extended hours to complete tasks/special projects
Limited travel, up to 10%
1+ years supervising direct reports preferred.
What We Offer
The range for this position is: $84,000.00 – $90,000.00
At Freshpet, we offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, basic and optional life insurance, short- and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan with company match, paid parental leave, pet insurance, tuition assistance, a generous PTO plan and so much more!
Our Commitment to a Diverse Workforce:
Freshpet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”).
Disclaimers
The salary provided above is the range of the wages that we will pay for the listed position. A final determination on the wages within this range is based on several non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to the required work location, previous work experience, skill set, and wage rates for comparable positions.
Freshpet does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Freshpet via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Freshpet. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Freshpet because of the referral or through other means.
We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.
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Title: Associate Director, Inspection & Supplier Quality
Company: CTMC
Location: Houston, TX
