Sr. Q&FS Area Specialist

• →Lead gap assessment to the Mars Global standards and regulatory requirements, lead the Food Defense Plan and continuous improvement of quality systems and to ensure compliance 
• →Partners with supply Make and Engineering, R&D and other key stakeholders to implement changes, new process or new products in a safe manner and implement product quality conformance system  
• →Responsible for providing outlining Q&FS requirements on engineering projects, developing all the Q&FS documents, SOP’s, delivering training for associates as required for the start of new lines or processes at the site and creating QFS best practices 
• →Lead continuous improvement of QFS system and product quality and conformance to specification through analysis of data and evaluation of trends through use of statistical analysis for a given brand for region 
• →Builds knowledge of the company, processes and customers. Understands key business drivers and uses this understanding to accomplish own work. 
• →Builds a network of cross functional partners to accomplish business objectives 
• →Provides guidance and direction to others 

Minimum Qualifications 

• BS degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Food Safety, Engineering or related technical field 
• 3 years of food manufacturing experience in a responsible position related to food safety or Quality and food safety management system and or a combination of education and 5+ years demonstrated success in relevant field 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Advanced degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Food Safety, Engineering or related technical field 
• 2 years of food plant experience in a responsible position related to food safety or Quality and food safety management system  
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in leading a team 

• Demonstrated success with Food safety risk, identification and management, HACCP and prerequisite controls 
• Proven application of quality tools, food science, and statistics 
• Demonstrated capability to manage multiple priorities  
• Proven leadership within a team and demonstrated ability to lead change  
• Exhibited understanding of GMP, GLP, food allergens, pest control, sanitation, and food safety regulations 
• Expert knowledge of Food Safety Standards, procedures and legislation 
• Ability to work effectively in cross functional teams 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong presentation Skills 
• Demonstrated success with Food safety risk, identification and management, HACCP and prerequisite controls 
• Experienced auditor in GFSI Quality Systems such as SQF, BRC, FSSC22000 or ISO9000 preferable. 
• Ability to travel 10% of the time 

Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $100,000. 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. KIND compensation includes target bonuses. 

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