Quality Assurance Manager

Fresh Del Monte

. Oversee management of the Quality Assurance department and staff .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeKankakee • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $88,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Quality Assurance management, including Food Safety, HACCP, and compliance with GFSI standards. Proven ability to lead teams, conduct audits, and implement effective quality systems and corrective actions.

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HACCP CertificationGFSI Standards KnowledgeMicrobiology SkillsQuality Assurance ManagementCrisis Management Experience

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Hard Skills

Food Safety ManagementQuality Assurance ProgramsSanitation ComplianceRisk AssessmentCorrective Action ImplementationShelf-Life StudiesKPI AnalysisInternal AuditingMicrobiological TestingSOP Development

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationMulti-Tasking AbilityProblem-SolvingTeam LeadershipStaff Training

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeQuality Systems ManualEPA ComplianceOSHA ComplianceGLP Compliance

Certifications & Qualifications

HACCP CertificationCertified Auditor in GFSI Standards

Industry Keywords

Food SafetyFood SecurityQuality AssuranceSanitation ProgramsOperational SanitationPest Control ManagementRegulatory AuditsFinished Product SpecificationsCrisis ManagementCustomer Interaction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee management of the Quality Assurance department and staff
Develop, implement and monitor company policies and procedures related to Food Safety, Food Security, and Quality Assurance programs
Evaluate quality systems and submit change recommendations to Corporate Research & Development
Oversee and implement food safety, sanitation, HACCP, GMP and related programs
Maintain Food Safety & Food Security Certification standards and procedures
Maintain sanitation program compliance, including daily sanitation, pre-op checks and operational sanitation programs
Manage staffing, scheduling, training, delegation, disciplinary actions and annual reviews for Quality Assurance and Sanitation Departments
Conduct claims status updates for consignments and supplier credit notes
Conduct shelf-life studies on finished goods following product changes
Facilitate internal, second, third and regulatory agency audits and facility inspections
Complete and submit corrective actions to auditing entities and Corporate R&D
Maintain compliance with finished product specifications, handling procedures and production monitoring programs
Review and analyze QA and KPI trends and develop improvement plans
Investigate customer complaints and implement CAPA through proper investigation procedures
Implement site-specific protocols and procedures based on the Corporate Quality Systems Manual
Interact with customers on product development and problem-solving projects
Manage the internal laboratory in compliance with corporate policies, EPA, OSHA and GLP
Manage finished product retain evaluation, microbiological testing and environmental monitoring programs
Prepare periodic reports for Corporate R&D
Maintain communication with managers and Corporate QA
Interface with General Manager, Operations and Maintenance Managers on QA issues
Establish SOPs, SSOPs and preventive maintenance programs
Liaise between operations, sales and customers on food safety, quality and food security inquiries
Coordinate and manage the pest control program
Perform special projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

4-year College Degree in Agriculture, Food Science or related subject or equivalent work experience
3-5 years previous work experience in similar position
HACCP trained and/or certified training
Hands on skills in microbiology
Certified Auditor in GFSI standards such as FSSC2000, SQF, BRC, etc.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Word, Excel and Outlook)
Excellent communication skills
Ability to multi-task
Risk Assessment skills
Crisis Management Experience
This position does not qualify for relocation expenses

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with company match
Employer-paid life & disability insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
7 Company Paid Holidays
24/7 Telemedicine & Employee Assistance Program
Optional voluntary benefits (legal, accident, identity protection)
Eligibility on the first of the month following your hire date
Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug-free workplace
E-Verify where applicable