Associate Manager, FSQR
Core
Leads FSQR programs to ensure product consistency, vendor conformance to ADQ Standards, and food safety for franchisees and consumers.
Role type
Associate Manager, Food Safety and Quality (FSQR)
Builds
DQ food products (beef, seafood, chicken, pork) and associated safety procedures
Domain
Food manufacturing, food safety, and supply chain
Required skills
food safety management, HACCP flow chart creation, vendor qualification, regulatory compliance, shelf-life extension, issue resolution, trend analysis, project management, team leadership, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
experience with beef/seafood/chicken/pork products, regulatory experience, knowledge of food manufacturing processes and packaging, knowledge of food purchasing/distribution/logistics, knowledge of industry issues (safety, nutrition, public health, environment, animal rights)
Technologies
HACCP, HARPC, FDA, USDA, GMP
Responsibilities
Oversee food safety, quality, and regulatory aspects of DQ products; establish quality and food safety specifications with product development and vendors; complete shelf-life extensions; create and maintain HACCP flow charts; manage vendor quality and food safety issues (complaints, recalls, withdrawals); identify trends and develop corrective actions for supplier quality issues; partner with Product Development during testing phases; build relationships with vendors, government, and franchisees; develop new processes and programs to align with business needs.
Seniority
Mid-level Manager, hands-on IC with team leadership