The Quality and Food Safety Manager is a member of the site Leadership Team and a key contributor in the design and implementation of site leadership strategies. This role has governance over the Q&FS program and strategy.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Food Science, Engineering or related technical field.
Minimum of 3 - 5 years of proven experience in Quality and Food Safety management.
Experience effectively leading a team and accomplishing goals through others.
Basic understanding of regulatory and food law, including AAFCO Guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced degree in Food Science, Engineering or related technical field.
5+ years' proven experience in Quality and Food Safety management.

What will be your key responsibilities?

As a member of the site leadership team participates in and influences the development and implementation of site strategies.
Ensure adherence to the Mars Global Quality and Food Safety Standards. Owns the internal quality audit function and assures the effectiveness of the corrective and preventative action process within the framework of the plant's Quality Management System to achieve compliance targets. Leads the Quality Management review to ensure the effective application of the decision-making process and resource allocation to support the quality agenda.
Provides direction and influence for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of all quality systems.
Responsible for actively supporting change management and process improvement as the R&D Quality Champion.
In partnership with the Implementation Deployment team, supports the quality and product safety components of all R&D-driven projects at the site through quality planning, and by project oversight for compliance with Mars Q&FS policies and standards. i.e.
Manage QFS Team in the site to ensure technical and leadership capability, In-time delivery of Individual Business Objectives and Q&FS KPIs and build clear succession planning, manage daily attendance, and associate development plans. Provide timely feedback on performance and provide training opportunities that align with development plans.
Incident Owner for the management of out-of-specification events (OOS) involving products, and the timely communication of the investigation results through R&D and Supply. Plays a pivotal role in incident investigation and product disposition decisions using the standard processes for incident management process and internal and external communication protocols.
Primary contact for all audits (FSSC, QMP, State Department of Ag., as well as FDA).
Also responsible for the on-going analysis, interpretation and reporting of Q&FS related KPI's trends which may trigger an investigation and related continuous improvement programs.

What can you expect from Mars?

Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.

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Skills:

Compliance Management, Data Collection and Analysis, Data Control, Planning and Organizing, Policy and Procedures, Policy and Regulation, Review and Reporting, Verbal Communication, Writing Skills

Competencies:

Collaborates, Communicates Effectively, Customer Focus, Develops Talent, Drives Engagement, Ensures Accountability, Financial Acumen, Instills Trust, Manages Complexity, Optimizes Work Processes, Plans and Aligns

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, if eligible, including variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Eligibility for these additional elements depend on the position offered and the employee’s work schedule (i.e., part-time schedule, store associate). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

USD 117,804.00 - USD 161,985.00