Manager of Quality

JRG Partners

Manager of Quality

Delhi, NY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Manager of Quality

    Are you a quality leader passionate about food safety and continuous improvement? Join our team as the Quality Assurance Manager at our Delhi manufacturing plant, where you'll play a critical leadership role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

    You’ll oversee all quality assurance and control activities, lead audits, drive cross-functional collaboration, and guide a dedicated team of QA/QC professionals—instilling a “quality always” mindset throughout the organization.

    Key Responsibilities
    Food Safety & Compliance

    • Implement and maintain food safety programs (HACCP, BRC, SQF, FSMA).
    • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (FDA, USDA).
    • Uphold GMPs and sanitation SOPs across operations.

    Quality Leadership & Management

    • Develop and manage QA/QC protocols and inspection standards.
    • Analyze production data, investigate deviations, and lead CAPAs.
    • Lead internal, third-party, and regulatory audits.

    Team Development & Training

    • Supervise and develop QA staff including technicians, auditors, and supervisors.
    • Deliver training programs on food safety and continuous improvement.
    • Support personnel processes (e.g., payroll, scheduling).

    Collaboration & Strategy

    • Partner with cross-functional teams (production, R&D, supply chain) to embed quality in all stages.
    • Monitor supplier and raw material quality.
    • Drive continuous improvement using data-driven insights.

    Crisis & Recall Readiness

    • Lead recall readiness planning and manage responses to quality/safety incidents.
    • Serve as a key player in the crisis management team.

    What Sets You Apart

    • Clear sense of direction and ability to align teams with business priorities.
    • Demonstrated success in resource and change management.
    • Passion for continuous improvement and empowering others.
    • Uphold values of respect, ambition, and teamwork.

    What We’re Looking For

    • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field.
    • Minimum 6 years of experience in management of a food manufacturing, quality, or process-related roles.
    • Proven leadership experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
    • In-depth knowledge of food safety standards, regulatory requirements, and audit protocols.
    • Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

    We offer great work-life balance and a competitive salary & benefits package

  • Compensation
    $150,000 per year