Director, Food Safety and Quality Assurance - Buckhead Chicago at Sysco

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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$104,100 – $156,100Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Food and Beverage, Meat Processing, Seafood ProcessingIndustries

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Food Science or Biological Science from four-year college or university (Master’s degree or higher preferred)
  • 5-10 years meat and/or seafood industry FSQA Management experience at a federal CFIA/FDA meat and/or seafood processing plant (acceptable instead of a degree)
  • Minimum of three to five years FSQA management with additional R&D or production-operations in a meat and/or seafood processing environment (combined experience preferred)
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, as well as to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rate, ratio, and percent; and draw and interpret bar graphs
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
  • Ability to use personal computer, lab equipment, food preparation equipment, and office communication equipment
  • Valid driver’s license
  • SQF Practitioner or equivalent GFSI scheme

Responsibilities

  • Develop, lead, direct, update, reassess, verify, and periodically validate FSQA programs including HACCP Program, Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures, Pest Control, Good Manufacturing Practices, Approved Supplier Program, Foreign Material Control, Plant Sanitation, Chemical Control, Product Quality Assurance, FSQA Customer Complaints, Food Defense and Security
  • Direct Employee Training of FSQA Programs, Policies, and Procedures
  • Direct Recall and Traceability Programs including Mock Recalls
  • Direct Independent FSQA Audit Program – SQF Audits
  • Assist when necessary for product evaluations, plant visits, and supplier/customer communication to assist other staff members
  • Assist as needed in any manner capable of during emergencies the plant President or General Manager determines are paramount to the business

Skills

HACCP
SSOP
GMP
Pest Control
Supplier Approval
Foreign Material Control
Plant Sanitation
Chemical Control
Product Quality Assurance
Food Defense
Recall Management
Traceability
Mock Recalls
FSQA Audits

Sysco

Foodservice distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About Sysco

Sysco Corporation specializes in foodservice distribution, primarily serving restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. The company offers a variety of products and services, including food items, kitchen equipment, and marketing support, tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients. Sysco differentiates itself from competitors by providing comprehensive solutions, such as the "Restaurants Rising Toolkit" during the COVID-19 pandemic, which helps restaurants adapt to new dining trends. The goal of Sysco is to make running a restaurant easier and more profitable for its clients.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Food & AgricultureIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Professional Development Budget
Performance Bonus

Risks

Increased competition from tech-driven solutions could impact Sysco's market share.
Reliance on partnerships for technology advancements may pose risks if results are unmet.
Socially responsible investing trends may pressure Sysco to improve ESG standards.

Differentiation

Sysco offers comprehensive B2B solutions, including food products, equipment, and marketing services.
The company provides flexible payment options and waives delivery minimums for scheduled deliveries.
Sysco's 'Restaurants Rising Toolkit' supports restaurants adapting to new dining trends.

Upsides

Sysco can capitalize on the demand for plant-based and alternative protein products.
The rise of ghost kitchens offers Sysco opportunities for specialized supply chain solutions.
Digital transformation in foodservice allows Sysco to enhance service offerings and engagement.

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