Director Of Quality

The Director of Quality at a rapidly growing food manufacturer in Elgin, IL is responsible for leading all quality assurance and food safety initiatives. This role ensures strict compliance with regulatory standards such as FDA and USDA while driving continuous improvement across manufacturing processes. The Director manages quality teams, oversees risk management efforts, and collaborates across departments to maintain product integrity and uphold the company's commitment to excellence. The company prides itself on an employee-centric culture that fosters a supportive and positive work environment. With a strong focus on growth and innovation, it offers a great atmosphere where employees are valued, empowered, and encouraged to develop their skills. This dynamic setting enables the company to successfully expand while maintaining high standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive quality assurance and food safety programs specific to powdered food products.

Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, including FDA, USDA, SQF, and HACCP standards.

Lead and mentor the quality control team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Oversee incoming raw material inspections, in-process testing, and final product quality evaluations to ensure consistency and safety.

Manage supplier quality programs and conduct regular audits to ensure raw materials meet strict quality standards.

Collaborate with production, R&D, and supply chain teams to optimize manufacturing processes and resolve quality issues.

Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for any quality deviations or customer complaints.

Lead internal and external audits, including customer and third-party audits, and manage responses to findings.

Monitor quality metrics, prepare reports for senior management, and recommend improvements.

Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping for all quality and safety activities.

Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices related to powdered food manufacturing.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in quality management within the food manufacturing industry, with strong knowledge of regulatory standards such as FDA, BRC and SQF. They will be a proven leader, skilled at driving continuous improvement, managing teams, and resolving complex quality issues. Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills are essential to foster a culture of quality and ensure product safety and consistency.

Compensation up to $160,000

15% yearly bonus

3 Weeks PTO

Wellness Incentives

Medical, Dental, Vision