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Nuts.com · 2 hours ago

Quality Assurance Manager

Cranford, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $110K/yr

5+ years exp

Nuts.com is a rapidly growing multi-channel DTC specialty food and wellness company. The Quality Assurance Manager will develop and maintain food safety and quality management systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards while leading a team and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

E-CommerceRetail

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Ensure all manufacturing processes, raw materials, packaging, work-in-process (WIP), and finished products consistently meet internal quality standards, regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA FSMA), and recognized food safety certifications (e.g., HACCP, GFSI, SQF, Gluten-free, Organic, Non-GMO, Kosher)

Lead root cause analysis investigations for food safety and quality deviations, implementing effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs)

Manage internal and external food safety and quality audits, ensuring audit readiness and compliance

Manage Food Defense Team activities and continuous improvement and maintenance of the Food Defense Plan

Own and drive improvements in customer complaints metrics directly related to product quality and food safety

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Customer Experience (CX), Merchandising, and Sales, to investigate product-related exceptions and recurring quality defects

Ensure the seamless integration and coherence of established Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) programs with on-floor operational processes

Provide dedicated oversight for critical processes, including Allergen Control, Hygienic Zoning, Pest Control, GMP Audits, KPIs, Sanitation support, Pre-Operational Inspections, Line Changeovers, Line Clearances, Quality-focused Inventory Audits, Production Line Audits, and Fulfillment Audits

Manage and drive improvements in Material Review Board (MRB) processes

Own and drive improvements in Product Hold and Release processes, audits, and compliance

Create, maintain, and manage comprehensive food safety and quality documentation

Partner closely with FSQA and operations managers to develop and update policies, procedures, process flow diagrams, KernelWeb (KW), GMPs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and work instructions aimed at enhancing product quality, reducing defects, and improving food safety adherence

Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs for production staff and management on food safety, SQF system, quality assurance principles, GMPs, and revised procedures

Create engaging training materials and conduct regular sessions to foster a strong food safety culture

Actively participate in and lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing food safety, food safety culture, quality, and operational efficiency within quality assurance

Analyze existing food safety and quality processes to identify opportunities for optimization and waste reduction

Play a key role in food safety and quality improvement projects, ensuring timely completion

Provide technical support and troubleshooting for food safety and quality-related production issues, collaborating with maintenance and production teams

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Quality Assurance associates, championing their professional growth and fostering a highly engaged environment

Step in and assist with other quality roles as necessary to ensure smooth operations

Qualification

Food Safety ManagementQuality Assurance SystemsHACCP CertificationFDA Regulations KnowledgeLean Six SigmaElectronic Quality Management SystemsInternal Auditing CertificationBilingual - SpanishTeam LeadershipProblem-Solving Skills

Required

5+ years of progressive experience in food quality assurance or food safety management within a food manufacturing facility

Demonstrated experience with internal and external audit compliance (e.g., GFSI standards, FDA, FSMA, Organic)

Certifications in Internal Auditing, HACCP and PCQI

Strong knowledge of FDA regulations (e.g., FSMA) and other relevant food safety guidelines

Proficiency with Electronic Quality Management Systems (EQMS)

Self-motivated, proactive, and possessing a strong business acumen with the ability to navigate challenging situations independently

Knowledge of OSHA protocols in a manufacturing environment

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline

Experience with Lean Six Sigma, 5 Whys, and Pareto analysis

Bilingual - Spanish

Benefits

Excellent benefits including a 401K Match

Paid Maternity, Adoption and Paternity leave

And all the Nuts.com snacks your heart desires + a 40% employee discount

Company

Nuts.com

Glassdoor4.2

Nuts.com is a multi-channel retailer of the finest nuts, dried fruit, snacks and pantry staples.

Founded in 1999

Cranford, New Jersey, USA

501-1000 employees

https://nuts.com

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