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At Masters Gallery Foods, enhancing the lives of those we influence, whether our employees, our partners or individuals in our communities, is something we strive to do every day. After all, we believe a positive impact is something to be proud of, and is the foundation for everything we do. If you're looking for an opportunity to be empowered to be the best you can be at work or at home, you've come to the right place. We offer a cooperative culture that is rich in ongoing career development and rooted in collaboration.
Masters Gallery Foods is proudly based in Wisconsin, and delivers the highest quality cheese products to our partners and customers. You will be supported and encouraged to make a difference, and your dedication and passion is acknowledged and appreciated. If you want to make a change and start where you can grow, you can at Masters Gallery Foods. Join us!
Quality Manager - Plymouth
Responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality systems, sanitation processes and procedures to ensure the highest level of quality and food safety standards.
- Develop and implement quality assurance programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with industry regulations, standards, and customer requirements.
- Oversee and manage Sanitation and Quality staff.
- Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify quality issues, non-compliance, and areas for improvement.
- Lead investigations into quality incidents, customer complaints, and product traceability, and implement appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish quality metrics, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Train and educate employees on quality standards, procedures, and best practices, fostering a culture of quality and accountability.
- Foster strong relationships with regulatory agencies, auditors, and suppliers to ensure compliance and maintain certifications.
- Stay updated on industry trends, new regulations, and emerging technologies related to quality management in the food manufacturing sector.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Manufacturing - Operations, Vice President of Food Safety & Quality Systems, or the Director of Quality Systems.
What You Can Offer
- Bachelor Degree in Food Science, Quality Systems, related field or equivalent experience. Yellow Belt Certification preferred.
- Strong knowledge of quality management systems, methodologies, and tools such as Quality Concepts, Lean Six Sigma-Measure and Analyze, Lean Six Sigma-Improve and Control, Lean Six Sigma-Implementation, Lean Manufacturing Overview, ISO 9001 Internal Auditor, HACCP, and PCQI certification are all preferred.
- Minimum of four years of experience in Quality and Sanitation in a food manufacturing environment is required. Six Sigma experience is preferred.
- Ability to act as a direct liaison between general production and management regarding quality and Food Safety issues.
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and inspection protocol (e.g. FDA, USDA, and WDA).
- Knowledge of the ERP computer system, Red Zone Production Management, and Microsoft Office products.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently and efficiently to meet deadlines.
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
- Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to assess quality and be firm in decisions.
If you are a self-motivated individual with a passion for quality management and a drive for continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and contribute to delivering high-quality products and services that exceed customer expectations.
What Masters Gallery Foods Can Offer You
We're a company built on many values, among them are passion, integrity, and people, which means if you join Masters Gallery, you'll join a team brought together by enthusiasm, trust, and dedication. Beyond our commitment to offering exceptional products and customer service, Masters Gallery is committed to career development, inclusion, flexibility, and fun at work.
To uphold those values, Masters Gallery Foods provides:
- A generous benefits package (health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, 401(k) with company match, and more)
- Vacation Time Off (service-based paid time off and 10 paid holidays)
- Center for Health and Wellness - Free to employees and their dependents
- Incentives and incentive programs (such as tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness, subsidized fitness programs, cell phone discount programs, employee assistance program, AAA, and more)
- Opportunities to give back to the community (drives, activities, matched donations, and more)
- Green sustainability initiatives
- Continuous improvement initiatives - technology driven
- Training and development programs
- Cheese Store, free popcorn, hot beverages, and filtered Culligan water
- Listen to Sirius XM Radio while you work!
- Continuous communication with Employees - Company App
- Opportunities to give feedback and suggestions in a judgement-free zone
- Numerous fun activities throughout the year (potlucks, company picnics, holiday party and more)
Masters Gallery is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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