Head of Software Quality Assurance jobs in Salem, OR

At Pacific Seafood, we do more than just provide the world with the healthiest proteins on the planet. We are an excellence-driven organization committed to being the brand of choice in the marketplace and the employer of choice in the community.  We believe in servant leadership, investing in our team members, and rewarding performance.  We live by the core values of our Diamond Philosophy: Quality, Teamwork, Productivity, and Excellence—which means consistently doing your best and always striving to do better.

Summary: 

Will plan, coordinate and direct the food safety and value creation quality program designed to ensure continuous production of products consistent with established standards. Responsible for developing and implementing food safety and quality training programs. Will lead the VCQ programs in meeting regulatory requirements and customer’s expectation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for achievement of quality department goals and objectives; strive for continuous improvement on food safety and quality program
• Implement hazard analysis and Critical Control Points Program (HACCP)
• Interpret and implement FDA, ODA regulations ensuring HACCP, SSOP, COOL Act standards are met.
• Establish and maintain GFSI/BRC/SQF standards in order to meet audit requirements.
• Interact with Regulatory Agencies and third party auditors; monitor scheduled audits.
• Develop and implement applicable training.
• Remain current on all regulatory requirements and law changes.
• Maintain knowledge on microbiological testing and be familiar with laboratory environment.
• Oversee the mock recall and recall process; conduct and coordinate procedures and training.
• Provide support and direction with customer complaint investigations.
• Perform internal/external audits and inspections to ensure that all standards and requirements are met.
• Identify, investigate and report on critical quality defects on production processes and products.
• Determine source of quality variance and specific steps to be taken in correcting the process and product.
• Ensure systems are in place to make certain that vendors are capable of meeting food safety, quality, and regulatory expectations.
• Assist facilities and VCQ Managers and offer on-site support to address critical issues; provide necessary training
• Prepare and submit reports as required.
• Participate in management and strategic planning meetings in the pursuit of operational excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to Pacific Seafood:

Required

• Minimum associates degree from an accredited college or university in food science, marine/fishery science, biology, microbiology, or other related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred

• Minimum three years of quality assurance experience with food or seafood industry.

Salary Range: $55,918.00 - $81,640.00 annually 

Total Compensation:

At Pacific Seafood, your base wage is only a portion of your overall compensation package. We invest in our Team Members through a comprehensive and attractive total rewards package, including but not limited to:

• Health insurance benefits options, including medical, prescription, vision, dental, basic group life and short-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts for health flex and dependent care expenses
• 401(k) retirement plan options with generous annual company profit sharing match
• Paid time-off for all regular FT team members to include sick days, paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Employee assistance program providing confidential professional counseling, financial and legal assistance at no charge to team members and immediate family members
• Product purchase program

Pacific Seafood is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.