Manager, Food Safety Quality (COP) (Hybrid: Onsite and Remote Work) at US Foods

Rosemont, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Foodservice, Food and BeverageIndustries

Requirements

B.Sc. in applicable field of science (e.g. food science, dairy science, meat science, animal science, plant science, engineering, microbiology, etc.) or commensurate degree
PCQI/HACCP certified
Auditor certification strongly preferred
Minimum 5 years Food Safety Quality management experience with responsibility for developing, implementing and managing food safety programs and policy
Demonstrated knowledge with FDA (FSMA) & USDA regulatory requirements and food safety systems
2 years experience in a food manufacturing environment
Strong leader and mentor
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize
Deep understanding of environmental monitoring

Responsibilities

Ensures compliance of all assigned suppliers to US Foods requirements regarding food safety, quality and regulatory compliance, approving/suspending/restricting/disqualifying as required; monitors approximately 50-100 vendor facilities (10-50 vendors)
Collaborates with all existing vendors within the category to maintain product specifications for branded products to ensure consistent adherence to food safety and quality requirements; teams up with the category management team to hold suppliers accountable
Conducts vendor facility risk assessments both through reviewing documentation and by conducting on-site inspections for site approvals
Serves as technical expert for assigned product categories in regulatory performance standards, critical to quality attributes, applicable state laws, processing techniques, environmental monitoring and general microbiology
Acts as an active member of the merchandising cross functional category team to enable commercial success through maintenance of food safety standards and food regulatory compliance while balancing innovation and commercialization needs
Provides and educates cross functional partners with food safety and quality subject matter expertise including policies and regulations (e.g. FSIS, Low Acid Canned Food Processing, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance, etc.); technical expert for specific regulatory programs related to assigned product category
Partners with Product Development to design new products, define product specifications and plays a key role in the product review process
Provides ongoing diligence by ensuring product conformity to defined specifications and managing the internal and supplier approval process
Participates in plant trials and/or first productions for new products; accountable for ensuring that the product meets the brand standard at both the food safety and quality level
Actively manages supplier, customer and internal feedback to move US Foods to a proactive/predictive state in managing product quality and driving continuous improvement
Analyzes complaint and product evaluation data to identify trends and opportunities with products and vendors to drive continuous improvement
Compiles and issues quarterly FSQ scorecard to assigned vendors

Skills

Food Safety

Quality Assurance

Regulatory Compliance

Vendor Management

Risk Assessment

On-site Inspections

Microbiology

Environmental Monitoring

Product Specifications

Process Controls

US Foods

Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About US Foods

US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters

1853Year Founded

$340.5KTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Potential E. coli contamination from Taylor Farms onions could harm US Foods' reputation.

$500 million senior notes issuance increases financial risk if debt obligations aren't met.

Expansion in Buda involves significant capital investment, risking financial strain.

Differentiation

US Foods offers over 350,000 diverse products to meet varied customer needs.

The 'Make It Now' platform aids clients in recovery and reopening efforts.

US Foods provides value-added services like culinary expertise and business consulting.

Upsides

Expansion in Buda, Texas, will create 165 new jobs by December 2026.

Flexible scheduling and seven-day delivery model enhance customer service.

Advancements in cold chain logistics improve perishable food distribution efficiency.

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