
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $183,000.00 - $205,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
competitive salary
401k Match
Team bonuses
Paid Time Off
Flexible attendance policy
Health Insurance
wellness benefits
Meal plan discounts
Employee Resource Groups
inclusive work environment
Job Description
HelloFresh is a leading global meal kit company dedicated to transforming the way people eat by offering high-quality food and recipes tailored for various meal occasions. Established over a decade ago, HelloFresh has expanded its mission worldwide and now operates across 18 countries on three continents. As part of the HelloFresh Group, the company encompasses several core brands, including HelloFresh, Green Chef, EveryPlate, Chefs Plate, Factor, and Youfoodz, positioning itself as a pioneer in delivering delicious, healthy, and sustainable meal solutions. The company fosters a diverse and inclusive culture, emphasizing the importance of community and accessibility for all employees and customers. With a dynamic, mission-driven environment, HelloFresh continuously evolves by incorporating customer feedback and investing in innovative food supply chain technologies. This commitment makes HelloFresh a sought-after employer and an industry leader in meal kit delivery.
The Senior Director of Food Safety role is a critical leadership position within HelloFresh's North American operations, based in Newark NJ, Dallas TX, Phoenix AZ, or Toronto ON. This senior role requires an individual with extensive experience and expertise in food safety and quality assurance who will oversee comprehensive food safety, quality control, and risk management programs across multiple sites. The position entails leading cross-functional teams, driving compliance with stringent regulatory standards such as USDA, FDA, GFSI, and HACCP, and managing relationships with regulators and industry bodies. The Senior Director will spearhead continuous improvement efforts to cultivate an environment of exceptional food safety culture and operational excellence. Responsibilities include managing food safety teams at up to 10 HelloFresh sites, overseeing quality control laboratory operations, implementing corrective action systems, conducting risk assessments, and leading crisis response measures including product recalls when necessary.
Additionally, this role requires the development of key performance indicators and robust reporting mechanisms alongside the recruitment and mentorship of a high-performing, technically proficient food safety organization. The ideal candidate will drive integration of food safety standards throughout the entire value chain, collaborating with production, logistics, and product development teams. Innovation is encouraged through implementation of new technologies and process optimization initiatives that ensure operational efficiency without compromising safety and quality. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, action-oriented leader, and trusted partner, capable of navigating complex challenges while fostering a customer-first approach and delivering measurable business impact.
This position offers a competitive salary range between $183,000 and $205,000 USD, eligibility for the HelloFresh equity plan, and comprehensive benefits including health and wellness insurance with options at no monthly cost starting the first day of employment. Additional perks include a 401K company match that vests immediately upon participation, team bonuses, generous paid time off, flexible attendance policies, substantial discounts on HelloFresh meal subscriptions, and access to numerous employee resource groups promoting diversity and inclusion. HelloFresh is an equal opportunity employer committed to accommodating candidates with disabilities and promoting a workplace where all individuals can thrive and contribute to the company’s ongoing success.
The Senior Director of Food Safety role is a critical leadership position within HelloFresh's North American operations, based in Newark NJ, Dallas TX, Phoenix AZ, or Toronto ON. This senior role requires an individual with extensive experience and expertise in food safety and quality assurance who will oversee comprehensive food safety, quality control, and risk management programs across multiple sites. The position entails leading cross-functional teams, driving compliance with stringent regulatory standards such as USDA, FDA, GFSI, and HACCP, and managing relationships with regulators and industry bodies. The Senior Director will spearhead continuous improvement efforts to cultivate an environment of exceptional food safety culture and operational excellence. Responsibilities include managing food safety teams at up to 10 HelloFresh sites, overseeing quality control laboratory operations, implementing corrective action systems, conducting risk assessments, and leading crisis response measures including product recalls when necessary.
Additionally, this role requires the development of key performance indicators and robust reporting mechanisms alongside the recruitment and mentorship of a high-performing, technically proficient food safety organization. The ideal candidate will drive integration of food safety standards throughout the entire value chain, collaborating with production, logistics, and product development teams. Innovation is encouraged through implementation of new technologies and process optimization initiatives that ensure operational efficiency without compromising safety and quality. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, action-oriented leader, and trusted partner, capable of navigating complex challenges while fostering a customer-first approach and delivering measurable business impact.
This position offers a competitive salary range between $183,000 and $205,000 USD, eligibility for the HelloFresh equity plan, and comprehensive benefits including health and wellness insurance with options at no monthly cost starting the first day of employment. Additional perks include a 401K company match that vests immediately upon participation, team bonuses, generous paid time off, flexible attendance policies, substantial discounts on HelloFresh meal subscriptions, and access to numerous employee resource groups promoting diversity and inclusion. HelloFresh is an equal opportunity employer committed to accommodating candidates with disabilities and promoting a workplace where all individuals can thrive and contribute to the company’s ongoing success.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in food science, microbiology, supply chain, or related field
- 15+ years of experience in food safety, quality, supply chain, or food manufacturing
- expertise in quality systems, food safety regulations, HACCP, GFSI, GMPs
- strong understanding of food microbiology, chemistry, and processing technologies
- experience leading multifunctional teams
- proven skills in managing organizational change and developing people
- superior analytical skills
- willingness and ability to travel up to 50% of the time
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree (Masters preferred) in Food Science, Microbiology, Supply Chain, or related
- 15+ years of experience in Food Safety, Quality, Supply Chain, or Food Manufacturing
- Well-versed in quality systems, food safety regulations, HACCP, GFSI, GMPs
- Strong understanding of food microbiology, chemistry, and processing technologies
- Experience leading multifunctional teams, managing organizational change and strong people development skills
- Superior analytical skills and operational modeling capabilities
- Demonstrated ability and hunger to deliver impact
Job Duties
- Develop and implement comprehensive food safety and quality strategies aligned with company objectives
- Lead cross-functional teams to ensure integration of quality and safety standards throughout all operations
- Lead the food safety teams at up to 10 HelloFresh sites across North America
- Manage working relationships with local, regional and national regulators, industry organizations, and key stakeholders
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance food safety culture and operational excellence
- Ensure unwavering compliance with USDA, FDA, GFSI, and all relevant food safety regulations, standards, audits, and certifications
- Direct the development, implementation, and maintenance of HACCP plans, prerequisite programs, and the comprehensive food safety management system
- Proactively conduct risk assessments and execute effective, appropriate control measures
- Maintain expert-level knowledge of evolving regulations and drive the adoption of industry best practices
- Oversee quality control laboratory operations, testing protocols, and analytical methods
- Define and enforce quality specifications, standards, and robust performance metrics
- Lead the implementation and management of the Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) system
- Manage and lead swift product recalls and critical crisis response procedures when necessary
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and comprehensive reporting mechanisms
- Ensure integrity of documentation control and record-keeping systems
- Recruit, lead, and mentor a high-performing, technically expert food safety and quality organization
- Build talent through strategic training, personalized coaching, and professional development programs
- Champion a strong, visible culture of food safety awareness and accountability across the organization
- Serve as a primary cross-functional partner to Production, Logistics, Product Development, and other departments to embed safety and quality across the value chain
- Drive the implementation of new technologies and digital solutions for advanced quality management
- Lead process optimization initiatives to enhance operational efficiency while upholding the highest safety standards
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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