QUALITY SYSTEMS MANAGER

McCormick & Company, Incorporated , a global leader in flavor, is seeking a Quality Systems Manager . This individual will work in Atlanta, GA .

With more than $5 billion in annual sales, the Company manufactures markets and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavorful products to the entire food industry – retail outlets, food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. We create differentiating flavors consumers prefer with unmatched quality, science, innovation and service. Every day, no matter where or what you eat, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. McCormick makes every moment and meal better ™

As a company recognized for exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs and services. Benefits include, but are not limited to, tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays and vacations.

Position Overview/Primary Purpose : Under the direct supervision of the Quality Manager, the incumbent is responsible for the development, implementation and auditing of the Quality Systems for all departments of the Plant. Position will manage sanitation and ensure that all GMP requirements are met. Position will also manage Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) program for the Plant, and ensure compliance to Corporate, Regulatory, and Customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the maintenance and implementation of the Plant's Quality Systems Policies and Procedures. Will ensure that each department has appropriate systems in place to assure compliance with all expectations and provide assistance when necessary to develop such programs 20%
• Documents the Plant's HACCP Program to ensure that all verifications and validations are current. Will ensure food safety by conducting/supervising internal audits, identifying root causes, recommending corrective actions, and working with Production and Engineering to verify line changes. 20%
• Facilitates third party and regulatory audits for the Plant. Maintain documentation of all Quality programs to assist and support Customer Audits as well 20%
• Provides feedback to all Plant departments on sanitation and GMP issues. 5%
• Monitors warehouse performance in the areas of sanitation/pest control. Provides an ongoing audit of the program in place a delivers feedback 10%
• Required to make strategic purchases to maintain quality systems and manage any implementation projects related to the purchase 5%
• Responsible for Quality System programs, HACCP pest control, CGMP, Recall, Food Allergen, Sanitation Complaint process 10%
• Coordinates Plant activities and training as they relate to Divisional and Corporate Quality System Programs 10%

Required Qualifications

Level of Education and Discipline: BA in Food Science, Biology
Experience - functional/industry/commercia l knowledge, business acumen: 4 years of Food manufacturing QC experience. Understanding of food processing requirements and government regulations. Liquid products knowledge a plus.
Interpersonal Skills - leadership, interactions, communication, influence: Ability to work independently and have flexible work hours, good organizational skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary.Communication with upper management, regulatory inspectors and customers is frequent
Other Skills and HPO Competencies: HACCP programs and documentation - Critica

Preferred Qualifications

Experience - functional/industry/commercia l knowledge, business acumen: SAP experience preferred

Dimensions

Will be dealing with product recalls, customer complaints. Contact with customers regarding complaints in the field. Must have tact, diplomacy in handling complaints. Also deals with customer audits and auditors. Incumbent may impact, either positively or negatively the business unit through quality errors that are not caught. The negative impact could be significant for the McCormick reputation as well as significant costs associated with quality erros in the form of incorrectly manufactured product that would need to destroyed. This could be in the $100,000 Range.

Work Environment Designation : Lab

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.