QA Manager - ESL - Dairy Experience Preferred
QA Manager - ESL - Dairy Experience Preferred
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Job Description
Confidential Search: ESL Processing Manager Dairy Manufacturing
Location: Greater Philadelphia PA Area
Industry: Dairy / Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-time Onsite
Compensation: Competitive Base Bonus Full Benefits
Confidential Role Qualified candidates only will be contacted directly
Position Summary
A well-established dairy manufacturer in the Philadelphia region is conducting a confidential search for an experienced ESL Processing Manager. This role will oversee operations related to extended shelf life milk and dairy beverage processing with a strong focus on product quality plant performance and regulatory compliance.
The ideal candidate will have direct experience with HTST UHT or ESL pasteurization systems a deep understanding of fluid dairy processing and a proven ability to lead production teams in a fast-paced SQF-certified environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead daily operations of the ESL processing department ensuring product quality and production efficiency.
Manage HTST/UHT equipment CIP/SIP procedures and aseptic processing protocols.
Oversee batch formulation temperature and flow controls and compliance with state and federal regulations.
Coordinate production schedules sanitation cycles and preventative maintenance in conjunction with QA and maintenance teams.
Lead train and supervise ESL line operators and processing staff; enforce safety GMP and food safety practices.
Monitor and improve KPIs related to yield run efficiency downtime and loss.
Collaborate with R&D Quality Assurance Packaging and Distribution teams on process improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
5 years of dairy or beverage processing experience with at least 2 years in an ESL HTST or UHT operation.
Strong understanding of fluid milk or dairy-based beverage production and regulatory compliance (FDA PMO).
Supervisory or leadership experience in a food manufacturing plant.
Familiarity with CIP/SIP systems flow schematics and thermal processing validation.
Bachelors degree in Food Science Dairy Science Engineering or a related field preferred.
Strong communication problem-solving and organizational skills.
Experience working in SQF-certified or similar food safety environments.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with aseptic packaging lines or ESL bottled products.
Pasteurizer or processing certifications (e.g. HACCP SQF Practitioner).
Knowledge of automation systems (e.g. PLCs SCADA) used in fluid processing.
To Apply Confidentially:
Please send your resume and brief cover note to
Or text to express interest.
Only qualified applicants with relevant dairy or ESL processing experience will be contacte
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
