Overview
Director, Food Quality and Safety Jobs in Irvine, California, USA at Hana Group
Company Description
Hana Group is a multinational company leading sales in pan-Asian cuisine sold in grocery retailers and commerce marketplaces. The company has tailored brands providing custom collaborations to our partners and to our consumers. Through our distribution company, we are able to deliver on our mission of sustainable sourcing with ingredients that make our food healthy, delicious, and affordable. We aim to CARE about the quality of our service, to ACT to deliver new concepts for finding pan-Asian cuisine, to DARE to deliver sushi and more in new ways to our consumers, and to TRUST in our ability to follow through on customer expectations.
We participate in E-Verify and we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Description
Director of Food Quality and Safety
Hybrid, in office 2-3 days a week
The Director of Food Quality and Safety is responsible for leading the company’s food safety and quality assurance programs. This position oversees all aspects of quality control, food safety, regulatory compliance, and product testing to ensure products meet stringent standards.
Key Competencies
Business Strategy, Understanding Retail and Various Retail Channel environments, Influence and Negotiation, Financial Acumen and Data/Analytics, Consumer/Customer focus, Planning and Priority setting, Innovation, Communication and People Leadership
Duties & Responsibilities
Develop and direct the strategic vision and goals for the food quality and safety department
Develop and implement food safety programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
Stay up to date on changes to food safety regulations and industry standards. Implement policy/program updates as needed
Manage the food quality and safety department budget and resources
Oversee all food safety and quality assurance activities including facility inspections, HACCP plans, product testing, and supplier audits
Manage relationships with regulatory agencies and ensure all permits, licenses, and certifications are up to date
Oversee all laboratory testing to ensure accuracy and compliance
Analyze quality and production data to identify trends and issues. Implement corrective actions as needed
Prepare reports for senior leadership on department performance, regulatory updates, and industry best practices
Oversee product recalls and withdrawals if issues are identified. Conduct root cause analyses for all quality-related incidents
Develop and conduct employee training programs on food safety and quality assurance topics
This job posting describes the general duties and responsibilities for the position. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in food science, food technology, or related field required; advanced degree preferred and 10+ years in food quality and safety management, including 5+ years in a leadership role or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong understanding of food safety systems and programs such as HACCP
Ability to interpret and comply with food safety regulations
Experience working in a regulated food production environment
Proven track record of developing/implementing successful food safety strategies
Strong business acumen with analytical and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency with quality/safety management software tools
Strong leadership, project management, and people management skills
Ability to travel up to 40% of the time for audits, meetings, and conferences
Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills in English
Strong grasp of Hana Group standards, mission and core values
Hana Group North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary: $120,000-$130,000 USD Annually
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Title: Director, Food Quality and Safety
Company: Hana Group
Location: Irvine, California, USA
Category: Quality Assurance – QA/QC (Food Quality & Safety)
