Technical Service Manager
Technical Service Manager
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$ 93000 - 125000
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JOB DESCRIPTION: Technical Service Manager
Purpose & Scope: To maintain Product Integrity and Food Safety within the plant. Implement all Government Directives Regulations and Policies on a plantwide basis. Oversee all production: Preoperational Sanitation; Production and Food Safety of consumerready meat products for all processes and ensure that all packages meet customer specifications. Monitor & Verify Animal Welfare Standards & Regulations.
Principle Responsibilities:
Manage Quality Assurance throughout the facility; all shifts and delegate tasks within the areas/ shifts.
Organize and train all people within the Quality Assurance area
Implement Government Regulations (USDA) regarding Animal Welfare Quality Control and Food Safety in all areas of the plant
Maintain effective communication channels between Government (USDA) and plant officials
Monitor all Government Regulations programs and policies regarding food safety both inside and out of the plant (FSIS USDA FDA Modernization etc.)
Keep employees focused on HACCP and GMP procedures
Track microbiological trends sanitation program performance and product shelf life within the plant and communicate results to plant team members and corporate quality assurance
Create and modify a as needed Quality Control programs to be implemented plant and companywide
Adhere to specific customer request and specifications in reference to the quality of products. Build & Maintain External Customer Relationships
Develop and organize different means of evaluating product quality and then develop better ways to produce products
Oversee all raw material claims and product/ingredient receiving procedures
Knowledge background and expertise in meat operations are critical. Areas of knowledge must include HACCP specification adherence to incoming raw materials brine mixing procedures ingredient and allergen control trimming chilling styling & packaging specs packaging modified atmosphere characteristics final box/package configuration and shelflife
Evaluate sanitation and pest & rodent contractors performance to ensure they are completing their jobs in a safe effective and professional manner
Constantly review and update product quality control programs
Manage special projects regarding quality and food safety for the plant
Work tasks fluctuate demanding on the direction of government officials plant conditions and business objectives
Coordinate efforts implementing new products/process with respective parties (i.e. engineering production management maintenance)
Develop maintain and implement any programs relating to the customer or 3rd party requirements to include leading audits and maintenance of BRC certification
Monitor track and evaluate all SPC programs mandated relative to customer requirements or plant performance
Work closely with operations to ensure regulatory compliance customer specifications and performance metrics are maintained
Knowledge background and expertise in the British Retail Consortium (BRC) standards. Able to lead crossfunctional teams across the facility in order to prepare and maintain the facility BRC compliant.
Responsible for maintaining the facility auditready at any given time in more specific terms: customer audits BRC USDA/FSIS audits and Organic audits.
Working Conditions:
Conduct walkthroughs inspections and meetings in a Cold/ Hot environment
Typically work 5060 hours per week MF plus some Saturday when necessary
Education:
B.S. in Animal Science Meat Science Food Science or related science discipline preferred
Masters degree highly desirable but not required
Experience:
Minimum 57 years experience in the quality control area
HACCP certification
BRC certification desirable but not required
- Benefits: Vision Medical and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
- Paid Time off: sick leave vacation and 6 company observed holidays;
- 401(k): eligible after the 1st day of employment including company match which begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
- Base salary range of $93000k $125000k
- This position is eligible to participate in the Companys annual bonus plan; the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program.
The company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal we conduct a drug alcohol and background checks for all new team members postoffer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control ACT requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
EOE/Vet/Disabled
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
