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Food Safety and Quality Assurance Manager

Job Description: 

Willie Itule Produce is a family owned and operated distributor, operating since 1979.  We are located in Phoenix, Arizona, in a state of the art 80,000 square foot distribution center.

We are seeking to hire a Food Safety and Quality Assurance Manager who will oversee all daily Food Safety responsibilities at our Phoenix location. The position will also oversee Quality Assurance and Control.  The position is full time, and salary is commensurate on experience.  We offer a thorough benefits program, including health, dental and 401k.

This position will serve as the primary Food Safety point of contact for the company and will oversee all components of the food safety system, including various policies, training, recalls, etc.  You will also supervise any and all food safety audits including GFSI.  You will be responsible for ensuring proper adherence company-wide for all food safety regulations associated with GFSI certification, including providing technical expertise for Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and any other regulations and requirements that pertain to our distribution channel.  Please note we do not process at our facility.

Compensation/Salary: 
DOE
Qualifications: 
  • Bachelor degree, with a focus in Food Science, Food Safety, Food Technology, or Supply Chain Management.  Comparable and appropriate work experience will be evaluated for those candidates who do not have a degree.
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in Food Safety with successful completing of various audits and 3rd party inspections.
  • Certification in HACCP/GMP preferred.
  • GSFI, GMP, SQF, or GAP Third Party Audit experience.
  • Familiar with HAACP Principles and programs.
  • Ability to work effectively with managers, employers, vendors and customers.
  • Strong communication and computer skills, and fluency in Microsoft Office.
  • Bilingual is preferred but not required.

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