Sr. Director, FSQA

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Food Technology, Food Manufacturing, E-commerceIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess over 10 years of FSQA leadership experience in food manufacturing, particularly with ready-to-eat meals or similar regulated food categories. Expertise in FDA regulations and SQF is essential, along with a proven ability to build and scale FSQA programs in high-growth, multi-site settings. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills are required, as is a Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field, with a Master's degree being preferred.

Responsibilities

The Senior Director of FSQA will lead the company-wide food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance programs, overseeing all aspects across manufacturing, meal production, supply chain, and product development. This includes developing and implementing FSQA strategies, ensuring compliance with FDA, USDA, SQF, GMP, FISMA, and local health regulations, and overseeing quality systems with KPIs and CAPA programs. The role also involves managing vendor and supplier approval programs, leading the FSQA and sanitation team, partnering with cross-functional teams, and directing crisis and incident management, including root cause analysis and recall plans.

Skills

Food Safety

Quality Assurance

Regulatory Compliance

FDA

USDA

SQF

GMP

FISMA

Process Control

Corrective and Preventive Actions

Leadership

Strategy Development

Continuous Improvement

Tovala

Smart oven with meal delivery service

About Tovala

Tovala combines hardware, software, and food to simplify home cooking with its Tovala Smart Oven and meal delivery service. The Smart Oven is a countertop appliance that cooks meals automatically when customers scan a QR code on Tovala-prepared meals. This system is designed for busy individuals and families who want healthy, home-cooked meals without spending much time cooking. Tovala targets health-conscious consumers and operates in the meal kit and smart kitchen appliance markets. Its business model includes selling the Smart Oven and offering a subscription service for meal deliveries, ensuring a seamless cooking experience. Revenue comes from oven sales and subscription fees, and the company has experienced rapid growth since its start in 2015, building a loyal customer base. Tovala also focuses on creating a positive work culture, valuing employee well-being and fostering a supportive environment.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$69.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, Hardware, Consumer GoodsIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Company Equity

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Risks

Increased competition from smart kitchen appliance companies like June Oven and Brava.

Potential supply chain issues due to semiconductor shortages affecting smart oven production.

Rising costs of ingredients and logistics could impact meal delivery pricing and profitability.

Differentiation

Tovala combines a smart oven with a meal delivery service for convenience.

The Tovala Smart Oven automates cooking through QR code scanning for effortless meals.

Tovala targets health-conscious consumers with chef-crafted, nutritious meals and smart technology.

Upsides

Partnership with Jesse Tyler Ferguson enhances brand visibility and broadens audience reach.

Launch of affordable Smart Oven Air Fryer attracts cost-conscious consumers, expanding customer base.

$30M Series C funding fuels growth and innovation in food technology sector.

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