Job Summary:

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Directs and oversees the quality control department and supervisory staff.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.  

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Evaluates production operations from a strategic level to ensure that products meet quality, integrity, functionality, and other specifications and requirements.
• Collaborates with management and senior staff across production departments and roles to draft acceptable quality standards.
• Develops and implements quality standard testing and evaluation processes.
• Facilitates communication among production divisions and management.
• Assesses test results and approves recommended changes.
• Reviews quality control documentation such as checklists, logs, and reports for effectiveness, accuracy, and relevance.
• Conducts random inspections and quality control checks.
• Periodically reports status of quality control and operations to executive leadership and, when required, regulatory agencies.
• Develops strategies to ensure the company’s production activities comply with government regulations.
• Serves as a liaison between regulatory bodies and operating divisions of the company.
• Prepares and submits applications and reports to applicable regulatory agencies.
• Responds to requests for information from regulatory bodies.
• Coordinates with operations departments regarding production design and development to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Assists with the development of standards for the company’s operating and production procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge of regulations applicable to the company.
• Monitors regulatory affairs and the effect changes will have on company operations.
• Develops and maintains professional relationships in federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to train staff.
• Extensive knowledge of applicable government regulations.
• Ability to inform and educate managers and department heads on regulations and polices that require compliance.
• Thorough understanding of quality control standards and methodologies.
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing and production in the food industry (pet industry a plus).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent strategic planning skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Animal Science or related industrial, scientific, or business field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Eight to 10 years of related experience required with at least five years in quality and regulatory or similar roles highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

• 401k 4%matching
• Medical, Dental & Vision  
• Paid Holiday
• Paid Time Off
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance 
• Employee Discounts!