Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $90,000.00 - $100,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
long term disability
Sec. 125
401(k) Plan
Job Description
Lyons Magnus is a leading innovator in the food industry, known for crafting top-quality products through all phases of manufacturing, from raw materials to marketing. With a diverse portfolio exceeding 2,000 products serving industrial ingredient and food service sectors, Lyons Magnus caters to some of the most prominent restaurant chains both nationally and internationally. Established as a company driven by creativity and innovation, Lyons Magnus prioritizes quality and safety while pushing forward with new product development and operational excellence. The company fosters a vibrant workplace culture where employees are valued as the heart of the organization and are encouraged to... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Supply Chain, or related field
- 5-8+ years of experience in food or beverage manufacturing with a focus on raw material or supplier quality management
- Demonstrated experience in supplier and raw material approval, COA review, CAPA management, and risk assessment
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Supply Chain, or related field
- 5-8+ years of experience in food or beverage manufacturing with a focus on raw material or supplier quality management
- Demonstrated experience in supplier and raw material approval, COA review, CAPA management, and risk assessment
- Strong leadership and team management experience, including remote or multi-site oversight
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate risks and implement long-term solutions
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and quality/supplier management systems (TraceGains)
- In-depth knowledge of raw materials, ingredient functionality, and food processing principles
- Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis, CAPA management, and supplier performance evaluation
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
Job Duties
- Lead supplier qualification, onboarding, and monitoring to ensure alignment with Lyons Magnus' quality standards and regulatory requirements
- Review and approve supplier documentation, COAs, and specifications in compliance with the Supplier Approval SOP
- Work collaboratively with the Supplier Quality Manager to drive continuous improvement, corrective actions, and risk mitigation initiatives
- Oversee the quality and compliance of raw materials, including evaluation, restriction, and non-conformance management
- Ensure raw material integrity through proper documentation, traceability, and evaluation processes
- Maintain effective communication with Production to minimize downtime and address quality concerns promptly
- Direct report responsibility for raw material technicians across all production locations
- Coach and develop staff through personal development plans, training programs, and ongoing mentorship
- Collaborate closely with R&D, Procurement, and Manufacturing to ensure raw materials meet internal specifications and quality expectations
- Support incoming inspection and internal quality metrics, driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency
- Lead investigations into quality or supply issues, performing root cause analysis and implementing preventive actions
- Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve raw material quality, supplier performance, and operational efficiency
- Contribute to departmental and company-wide initiatives aimed at reducing defects, enhancing compliance, and improving processes
- Serve as the primary Lyons contact for TraceGains, ensuring accurate supplier and raw material documentation, audit records, and overall system utilization
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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