TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER

JOB DESCRIPTION FORM

Salaried & Salaried Non-Exempt Position

Position Title: Technical Services Manager              

Department:  Quality Assurance

Location: Greeley, CO – Value Added Plant

Salary Class: Exempt

Purpose & Scope: To maintain product integrity and food safety within the plant.  Implement all government directives, regulations, and polices on a plant-wide basis.  Oversee all production of consumer ready meat products for all processes and ensure that all packages meet customer specifications 

Principle Responsibilities:

• Maintain product integrity and food safety within the plant
• Run quality control area and delegate tasks within the area
• Organize and train all people within the quality assurance area
• Implement government mandates regarding quality control and food safety in all areas of the plant
• Maintain effective communication channels between government and plant officials
• Monitor all government regulations, programs, and policies regarding food safety both inside and out of the plant (FSIS, USDA, FDA, etc.)
• Keep employees focused on HACCP and GMP procedures
• Track microbiological trends, sanitation program performance, and product shelf life within plant and communicate results to plant team members and corporate quality assurance
• Create and write quality control programs to be implemented plant and company wide
• Adhere to specific customer request and specifications in reference to quality of products
• Develop and organize different means of evaluating product quality and then develop better ways to produce products
• Oversee all raw material claims and product/ingredient receiving procedures
• Knowledge, background and expertise in meat operations is critical.  Areas of knowledge must include HACCP, specification adherence to incoming raw materials, brine mixing procedures, ingredient and allergen control, trimming, chilling, styling & packaging specs, packaging modified atmosphere characteristics, final box/package configuration and shelf-life
• Evaluate sanitation and pest & rodent contractor’s performance to ensure they are completing their jobs in a safe, effective and professional manner
• Prepare, implement and monitor standard operating procedures for each production area in the plant
• Constantly review and update product quality control programs
• Manage special projects regarding quality and food safety for the plant
• Work tasks fluctuate demanding on the direction of government officials, plant conditions, and business objectives
• Responsible for ensuring that all areas of the plant are properly sanitized
• Conduct department meetings on a regular basis
• Coordinate efforts implementing new products/process with respective parties (i.e. engineering, production, management, maintenance)
• Develop, maintain and implement any programs relating to customer, or 3rd party requirements, to include leading audits and maintenance of BRC certification
• Monitor, track and evaluate all SPC programs mandated relative to customer requirements or plant performance  
• Work closely with operations to ensure regulatory compliance, customer specifications and performance metrics are maintained
• Responsible for maintaining the facility “audit ready” at any given time, in more specific terms: customer audits, BRC, USDA/FDA/FSIS and Organic audit.

Working Conditions:

• Conduct walk through inspections, and meetings in a cooled environment
• Fast paced environment
• Exposure to various chemicals, machinery, and knives
• Slippery floors, extreme temperatures and loud noises
• Help inventory assistants with deliveries when necessary (pallet jack work)
• Schedule M-F and weekends when needed

Requirements:

Education:

• B.S. in Animal Science, Meat Science, Food Science or related science discipline preferred 
• College experience beneficial to develop writing skills and animal science knowledge

Experience:

• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in the quality control area
• HACCP certification
• Retail Ready/Case Ready experience preferred

Special Skills:

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Statistical/Math background
• Basic computer skills
• Strong Math skills
• Ability to review and analyze large amounts of data and identify trends.
• Knowledge, background and expertise in case ready operations is critical.  Areas of knowledge must include HACCP, specification adherence to incoming raw materials, trimming, chilling, styling & packaging specs, packaging modified atmosphere characteristics, final box/package configuration and shelf-life.

The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:

• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base salary range of $85-110K and
• This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and background check for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

EOE/VETS/DISABLITY