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Director, 3PM Quality and Food SafetyJob LocationsUS-WHITE PLAINSIDNumber of People to Hire2Job FamilyQualityLevel of ExperienceExperienced ProfessionalsShort Intro and About the JobOur Quality & Food Safety team makes sure everything Danone does is rooted in quality. From product innovation and ingredient choice to our marketing and delivery methods, it is their job to ensure consumers get the very best. We are currently looking to hire a Director, 3PM Quality and Food Safety based Remotely JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY: This position works within Danone's Quality & Food Safety Department and cross functionally within the Danone Organization. The primary responsibility is to ensure the Quality and Food Safety of product being produced at Comanufacturing locations (including non-controlled JV's and licensees). This position must ensure that all Comanufacturing locations produce safe products of the highest and most consistent quality by assuring compliance with Danone standards and operating protocols. This role will also lead the management of ongoing performance improvement, compliance to standards and adherence to specifications. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead and directly manage a team of professionals who qualify and oversee the region's Comanufacturing network.Manage team developmental plans and performance issues.Participate as a member of the functional leadership team, supporting strategy development driving implementation in line with Danone and QFS priorities. Lead as the key regional point of contact to local and global QFS and cross functional teams relative to QFS issues in the Comanufacturing network.Deliver Danone Quality & Food Safety Compliance and improvement ensuring audit follow-up and gap closure across the regional network.Develop and manage key performance metrics that can detect weak signals, driving appropriate action plans. Partner cross functionally to ensure that manufacturing and raw material specifications exist and are current and enforced.Troubleshoot problems associated with production across all facilities; ensure root cause / corrective actions are appropriate and are fully implemented.Ensure installation of appropriate controls, sample plans, hold/release system modifications, code rotation, batching and processing controls, and other production systems that will drive a reduction in variability and improvement in product consistency across all facilities. Ensure implementation of a robust QFS management system across the Comanufacturing network. Collaborate with internal functions including global and local Cycles & Procurement, Research & Innovation, Environmental Health and Safety, Sustainability, Regulatory, Food Safety, Project Management, Operations and Engineering to deliver products to the market that meet Danone's standardsStay current with all regulatory and certifying agency guidelines and Danone Standards. Manage regulatory issues across the Comanufacturing network.Participate in the global Comanufacturing Network. Deliver on reporting requirements and best practice sharing. Stay current with emerging risks and ensure plans are in place to anticipate and mitigate those risks.Support business initiatives, contributing to deliver the business and innovation targets without compromising Quality & Food Safety.All other duties as assigned. JOBS SUPERVISED: Manager, Senior Manager TRAVEL: 25-50% The base compensation range for this position is $130,000 - $195,000 commensurate with experience. Danone North America additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options. To give our employees flexibility, Danone is a hybrid work environment. About YouMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree in Science/Food Science/Technology or similar major.12+ years combined experience with food, ingredients quality and manufacturingPrior responsibility as QA Manager/Engineer for a food manufacturing facilityExperience managing external suppliers/ComanufacturersExperience in problem solving and driving conflict resolutionCompetencies, Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAdvanced understanding of QFS Management Systems, Pre-requisite programs, Food Safety principles, Hygienic Design and Food Production processesExperienced level of knowledge in region and category specific to work under deadlines, with multiple prioritiesAbility to work cross-functionally within organizationMust be adaptable and flexibleSelf-driven, results oriented, able to work independentlyAbility to work with confidential materialsExcellent communication / presentation skillsExcellent record keeping / documentation skillsDetail oriented.Able to quickly learn new systems, tools, and programs NONESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:Trained in SQF or FSSC (GFSI) auditing schemes.Prior experience with Consumer Affairs and/or Customer Service in CPG companyWorking knowledge of SAP and/or similar ERP databasesPrevious experience in Food or Food Packaging Research and Innovation About Us, We offer and What's nextAbout Us: At Danone North America, you'll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world like Activia, Silk, Two Good, Oikos, evian, and Happy Family. You'll be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps in the world, working together to make sure our brands create real benefits for people, communities, and the planet. We have 6,000+ employees across the U.S. and Canada. Come join our movement for a healthier world: One Planet. One Health BY YOU. Danone North America doesn't just welcome what makes you unique, we value it. We're proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All hires to our team are based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We recruit, employ, train and promote regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, genetic characteristic or any other protected status. Faithful to our values of openness and humanism, all of our employees share in the commitment to engage one another with dignity and respect. #LI-NORAMDannon is an equal employment and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, genetic characteristic or any other unlawful criterion. Minimum Salary: 31200.00 Maximum Salary: 31200.00 Salary Unit: Yearly

Created: 2024-11-27