Director, Food Quality Assurance

The Store Support Center located at 600 Citadel Drive, Commerce, CA, is seeking a highly experienced Director of Food Quality Assurance. This position is pivotal within our corporate structure, overseeing the comprehensive quality assurance functions for our corporate brand products. Our organization is committed to maintaining the highest standards in food safety and quality, adhering to regulations and continuously evolving to meet industry advances. The Director of Food Quality Assurance will lead a dedicated team responsible for implementing enterprise-wide quality assurance systems that support our mission of delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality food products across all operating companies.

This role requires a strategic leader who can direct and coordinate quality assurance goals in line with company-wide objectives, ensuring our food safety programs meet all applicable State and Federal regulations including FDA, USDA, and EPA standards. The Director will provide technical expertise in developing and maintaining HACCP-based food safety programs, and will also serve as the primary liaison with government agencies to manage compliance with new and existing regulatory policies. A key responsibility includes oversight of the Product Recall Task Force, ensuring swift and effective responses to product recalls and removals to protect customer safety and brand integrity. This role is also crucial in guiding new product development ensuring proper regulatory positioning and packaging compliance.

As a hands-on leader, the Director will also manage training programs for store associates and corporate personnel, maintain quality assurance manuals, and oversee the upgrade of QA lab equipment to align with technological advancements. This position supervises the Corporate Brands Team - Quality Assurance, fostering a culture of excellence through performance management, conflict resolution, and leadership development. The ideal candidate will hold a BA/BS degree in food science, chemistry, or a related field, and possess 8 to 10 years of managerial experience within a corporate brand quality assurance environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid driver's license and ability to drive are required. Compensation for this role ranges from $140,000 to $160,000 annually, depending on qualifications, experience, and skills. Our company is an equal opportunity employer, providing a supportive and inclusive workplace for all employees and applicants.