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ADM Quality Manager - Des Moines, IA in Des Moines, Iowa
86979BR
Job Title:
Quality Manager - Des Moines, IA
Department/Function:
Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities
Job Description:
Quality Manager - Des Moines, IA
Position Summary:
The QFS Manager will be responsible for identifying & communicating food safety & quality issues to the quality and management team. This individual will also assist in the implementation of corrective & preventative actions as needed. This role will play vital role in ensuring compliance with regulatory and corporate audit requirements. In addition, this position will be directly involved in the ongoing development, implementation & improvement of the local Quality Management System. It is the expectation that the QFS Manager will actively participate in continuous improvement objectives in order to meet or exceed customer requirements & business goals.
Assist in monitoring the results of raw material, in-process product, & finished product testing for compliance with specifications. Notify management team of deviations & help to make ship/no ship decisions.
Daily monitoring of the day-to-day facility processing operations to ensure adherence to all regulatory standards, including equipment inspection & participation in pre-operational start-up procedures
Identify potential sources of contamination within each product flow & assist in foreign material investigations. Assess product quality risk as needed in determination of final product disposition
Create & implement internal monitoring audits. Notify the General Manager & production team of non-conformances & assist in implementing corrective actions.
Assist in developing, implementing & validating science based HACCP plans, associated prerequisite programs, & SOPs for each process area within the facility.
Maintain audit-ready status of plant & prepare for 3rd party & customer audits
Lead role in conduct internal food safety, GMP audits, & SOP audits
Track & trend data to ensure new trends are not developing. Assist in developing & implementing a plan of action to improve areas identified for improvement
Development & implementation of training programs to instruct employees to monitor & document HACCP, SOP, & other required functions
Maintain daily records of HACCP, SOP & regulatory paperwork, reviewing to assure the production of safe & wholesome food products
Conduct food safety meetings
Assess and analyze capability of plant to meet and ensure customer specifications are met
Review, revise as necessary standards and quality methods to be utilized
Identify quality-related training needs and train employees
Engage staff from all disciplines to agree on comprehensive quality procedures
Liaison with customers, auditors, state and federal agencies
Knowledge of Global Food Safety
Oversight of inventory
Manage daily HRCI reconciliation
Investigate manufacturing errors and complete proper reports including, yield instigations, CAPA reports
Oversight of sample retains, product testing
Develop and maintain site specific work instructions
Oversee Pest Control Program
Complaint investigations
RCA
CAPA
Coordinate activities with site Quality Technician
Liaison to Regional QA Team
Other duties as assigned by manager
Qualifications/Job Requirements:
BS/BA Biology, Food Science, Animal Science or related field
Analytical and data management skills
Interpersonal skills
Flexibility in task management
Previous supervision of QC/QA department in the food processing industry required
Solid understanding of HACCP & Quality Management Systems through HACCP certification and/or inspection & auditing certification
Effective written & verbal communication skills to all levels & functions of employees
Ability to communicate in English
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Ability to prioritize & set goals
Preferred:
Previous work with BRC, AIB, or other Food Safety Regulatory organizations
Knowledge of GFSI standards
Understanding of root cause analysis
Mechanical aptitude
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REF:86979BR
Req/Job ID:
86979BR
City:
Des Moines
State:
IA - Iowa
Ref ID:
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About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM. (https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/diversity-equity-inclusion/)
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Benefits and Perks
Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Additional benefits include:
Paid time off including paid holidays.
Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.
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