Quality Control Manager

Our client is seeking a Quality Control Manager to oversee food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance across their manufacturing operations. Reporting to the Director of Food Safety & Quality Assurance, this role is well suited to a hands-on quality leader with HACCP expertise and experience in food manufacturing, ideally within meat or animal protein environments.

Quality Control Manager – Details

·       Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.

·       Competitive Compensation at $100,000/yr

·       Annual bonus: 10%

·       Vacation: 3 weeks annually

·       Comprehensive benefits starting Day 1

Quality Control Manager – Responsibilities

·        Lead and manage the Quality department, overseeing a team of 8, including a Supervisor, Lead Hand, and 6 Quality Technicians.

·        Manage all facets of quality operations including staffing, quality standards, traceability, HACCP, and food safety programs.

·        Oversee the application of the company’s quality compliance system and ensure HACCP regulations are effectively implemented across manufacturing, packaging, and sanitation activities related to animal fats and proteins.

·        Direct and manage all third-party and regulatory audits including BRC, CFIA Regulatory System Audits, USDA, and customer-specific audits; ensure audit readiness, documentation preparation, and timely corrective actions.

·        Direct, manage, and maintain food safety programs including FSEP, HACCP, CFIA, SFCR, USDA, and FSIS regulatory requirements.

·        Develop, maintain, and deliver training programs for production staff on HACCP, GMP, and FSSC to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory and customer standards.

·        Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Production, Operations, and Customers to support and lead the development of QA policies and strategies.

·        Ensure technical accuracy and regulatory compliance of all product labeling, including ingredient statements, nutrition facts, and nutritional claims.

·        Manage the supplier food safety program to ensure incoming raw materials meet regulatory and product specification requirements.

·        Oversee the hold and release program and manage non-conformance situations.

·        Ensure all non-compliance issues, quality incidents, product failures, and customer complaints are investigated, documented, and addressed through corrective and preventive actions in line with CFIA requirements.

·        Lead product recalls, new product launches, trials, and shelf-life studies; review and update HACCP plans accordingly.

·        Support continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS), including controlled documentation, QA record archiving, and special quality initiatives.

·        Conduct regular performance reviews and development planning for Quality team members to optimize engagement and performance.

·        Ensure adherence to departmental policies, processes, and standard operating procedures.

·        Perform other related duties as assigned.

Quality Control Manager – Qualifications

·        Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, or a related discipline (required).

·        HACCP certification (required).

·        Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in quality assurance within the food manufacturing industry; meat or animal protein experience strongly preferred.

·        Minimum of 2 years of managerial experience, leading quality or technical teams.

·        Strong working knowledge of food safety systems, regulatory compliance, and audit standards.

·        Highly detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.

·        Proven ability to problem-solve, manage competing priorities, and drive continuous improvement.

·        Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with customers, regulators, and internal stakeholders.