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Inspired by the belief that acts of kindness can be a transformative force for good, both the KIND brand and The KIND Foundation seek to inspire kindness and empathy.
We're looking for passionate collaborators to help us become the foremost leader in health & wellness and positively impact society along the way. If you're looking to be a part of an inspiring, energetic and entrepreneurial environment, you’ve found the right place.
What You'll Do
In this role, you are responsible for developing, monitoring, and maintaining safe, quality production to ensure that goods are produced efficiently and meet safety and quality standards set forth by both the company and regulatory authorities. This position will be responsible for ensuring safe quality food procedures are adhered to at all times. This position will develop and review quality and safety policies & procedures, develop & provide training, as well as manage audits by third-party inspectors. And this is how you will do it…
Ensure the company’s strict Food Safety compliance to new or revised local, state or federal regulations as outlined by the Food and Drug Administration, as well as compliance to MARS/Health & Wellness Q&FS Standards and requirements. Remain current on trends and changes affecting Food Safety.
Develop and implement Internal QA Programs to support organizational growth & FSMA compliance.
Maintain High Point always audit ready.
Manage people resources, technical capabilities and leadership competencies for the QA department to execute Quality.
Manage the GMP Audit process by inspecting the facility and production floor to ensure compliance with food specifications and food safety practices. Facilitate the process through training across departments, performing & completing GMP Audits and associated reports in a timely manner.
Monitor, verify and document SOP’s related to product quality standards, food safety, and sanitation.
Maintain, update, and improve the Quality Manual.
Communicate and collaborate with Sales and Plant Operations teams regarding Quality Program Management, branded and private label testing requirements, and inspection coordination.
Review customer and consumer feedback and respond to any complaints and questionnaires.
Monitor raw goods and finished good inspection through the analysis of Process Control Charts, COA’s, system design, positive release program, or other means available and/or required.
Provide timely and accurate documentation to regulatory inspectors and agencies, maintain thorough records of Food Quality Reports, Tests, and Inspections.
Responsible for ensuring organizational support to achieve and maintain annual Food Safety certification. Responsible for verifying and validating the GFSI systems and all changes.
Maintain overall responsibility for internal and GFSI Audits.
Conduct & attend relevant training and education on food safety, quality standards and procedures for company personnel. Ensure training and awareness programs for employees are up to date with quality systems and requirements.
Promote Teamwork across Departments to ensure High Quality Output and Customer satisfaction and retention, including communicating with Upper Management regarding QA and Food Safety issues and plausible solutions.
Maintain overall responsibility & authority for hold and release programs, including disposition.
Maintain overall responsibility and reporting of Key Performance Indicators.
Manage departmental annual operating plan.
Using quality systems, promote and support continuous improvement and drive Culture Quality for the site.
Collaborate with H&W internal sites
Less than 20% travel required
What You'll Bring To KIND
Experience with GFSI Certification schemes and Food Safety/ HACCP Programs
Food Safety/Quality background and familiarity with FDA Legislation/FSMA and HACCP Requirements
A constant desire to seek improvement, more efficient and less expensive ways and means in work processes.
High ethical standards in the workplace and the integrity to report all irregular issues and problems to management with a solution.
Good communication with other managers, your fellow company team members & outside contacts.
A compliance mindset, being a role model to other team members with regards to following company policies and procedures.
The ability to execute QFS strategy across branded and private label portfolios.
You are...
Passionate about food safety
A creative thinker with the ability to come up with ideas and develop new processes
Results driven and detail oriented
Approachable, and ready to dig in and lend a helping hand
Personable, professional, and productive within a team environment or as an individual contributor
An effective communicator and can manage your process and take control in situations
You have...
Bachelor’s degree in food safety, food science or related degree required
3-7 years of experience in Quality Assurance/Control within Food Industry or Food Safety Leadership.
Strong Technical knowledge of Quality Assurance and Food Safety.
Familiarity with applicable regulatory agencies.
Knowledge of GMP and GMP
Strong Managerial Skills, including hiring, training and development, scheduling, discipline, and retention of staff.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
In depth knowledge of HACCP, FDA, FSMA and SQF/FSSC22000/GFSI requirements.
An ability and desire to think independently, as well as demonstrate strong organizational, planning, implementation, and execution Skills.
Desire to consistently learn and be challenged.
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Pluses
Masters’ in Food Science or related field
Enjoy implementing programs from ground up
Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.
What KIND Offers...
KIND provides a robust benefits package to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life.
Competitive salary, including a target bonus and an impressive benefits package!
Flexible Paid Time Off. Choose what works best for you, including summer hours
Excellent health, dental & vision insurance, with options to fit you & your family’s needs
Your health is important! Our wellness strategy focuses on mental and physical well-being through in office programs like Drs, Nutritionists, Mindfulness, Chair Massages & others
Casual office dress code - feel free to wear your KIND gear
Stock up on your favorite KIND bars to share with your family & friends, through a quarterly voucher
Training & tuition reimbursement program, because continuing to learn matters and we support your development
A dynamic, ambitious, fun and KIND work environment
The opportunity and responsibility to be KIND everyday
EEO
At KIND, we are committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is championed. KIND is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Food and Beverage Services, Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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