Quality Assurance Manager (Bakery) Richmond, CA - Military Veterans

Bread Quality Assurance Manager

Albertsons Companies

About the company

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. With a fixation on raising the bar with innovation and building belonging through our culture, our team is rallying our company around a unique purpose: to create joy around each table and inspire a healthier tomorrow for every community.

Albertsons Companies is one of the largest food and drug retailers in the United States, with over 2,200 stores in 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw's, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carr's, Kings Food Markets, and Balducci's Food Lovers Market. We support our stores with 22 distribution centers and 19 manufacturing plants.

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

What you will be doing

Are you passionate about quality and ready to rise to the challenge? Join our team as a QA Manager at our thriving bread production facility! As the champion of quality assurance, you'll ensure every loaf meets our high standards for taste, texture, and the quality our customers deserve. From overseeing QA processes to leading a dedicated team, your expertise will be the secret ingredient to our success. If you're ready to make a significant impact and uphold the highest standards in bread production, apply now and let's bake excellence together!

As a Quality Assurance Manager at our bread production facility, you will be responsible for overseeing all quality assurance processes to ensure our products meet the highest standards of safety, taste, and consistency. Your duties will include developing and implementing quality control procedures, leading a team of QA technicians, and conducting regular audits and inspections. You will also be responsible for identifying areas for improvement, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and addressing any quality issues that arise. Your leadership and expertise will be essential in maintaining the excellence and integrity of our bread products.

This position is located in Richmond, CA and the expected salary range is $110,000 - $134,000 annually.

Main responsibilities

Quality Assurance Leadership:

Lead and oversee all aspects of quality assurance within the production facility.

Develop and implement comprehensive quality control policies and procedures.

Regulatory Compliance Expert:

Stay abreast of food safety regulations and ensure the facility's compliance.

Collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections to maintain industry standards.

Quality Control Professional:

Implement and monitor rigorous quality control measures throughout the production process.

Conduct regular inspections to ensure products meet or exceed defined quality standards.

Process Audits and Improvement:

Conduct regular audits of production processes to identify areas for improvement.

Collaborate with production and other relevant departments to implement enhancements.

Documentation and Record-Keeping Excellence:

Establish and maintain detailed documentation for quality control procedures.

Ensure accurate record-keeping of all quality-related activities and results.

Supplier Quality Management:

Collaborate with procurement to establish and maintain high-quality standards for incoming raw materials.

Conduct audits of suppliers to ensure they meet quality specifications.

Training and Development:

Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs for production staff on quality control procedures.

Keep the team updated on changes in quality standards and regulations.

Customer Satisfaction Focus:

Collaborate with customer service to address quality-related concerns and inquiries.

Implement corrective actions to enhance overall customer satisfaction.

Non-Conformance Resolution:

Lead investigations into quality non-conformance and deviations.

Implement corrective and preventive actions to address root causes.

Continuous Improvement Advocate:

Foster a culture of continuous improvement in quality assurance processes.

Implement initiatives to enhance overall quality performance.

Collaboration with R&D:

Work closely with the research and development team to ensure new products meet quality standards.

Provide input on quality aspects during product development.

Emergency Preparedness and Response:

Develop and oversee emergency response plants related to quality issues.

Lead crisis management efforts to minimize the impact of quality incidents.

What we are searching for:

Three (3) or more years of leadership experience in a production environment.

Two (2) or more years working with Lean Manufacturing principles.

We believe the successful candidate has these qualifications and experience;

Four-year college degree in Food Science, Biological science, Chemistry, or a related field.

Certification in HACCP Principles and Preventive Controls for Human Food

Strong production background - the ability to turn data into action.

Ability to manage and develop employees.

Ability to interface with regulatory agencies.

Strong skills Working knowledge of MS applications including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel,and PowerPoint and ability to grasp additional business-related applications.

What is it like at Albertsons?

Our 290,000 associates have a passion for great service and building lasting relationships with our customers. Through a companywide focus on innovation, we are continually enhancing our digital and product offerings, making it easy for customers to get what they need, wherever they are.