QA Director Jobs

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager Company: Confidential Location: Walla Walla, WA Description: Our client, Cliffstar Corporation, is the nation's largest private label juice and beverage producer. We are conducting a search for a Quality Assurance Manager for their Walla Walla, WA bottling plant. POSITION OVERVIEW: - Applicant will be responsible for managing and leading the Quality Assurance, Food Safety, HACCP and SQF programs in a manner that will ensure all products produced and shipped meet the company's quality specifications. - Will ensure sanitary conditions for the manufacture, storage and shipment of products and verify compliance with all government product safety regulations as well as customer and 3rd party audit requirements. - This position will have onedirect report. QUALIFICATIONS: - Candidates must possess at least as BS Degree in either Biology, Chemistry or Food Science or related discipline. - Prior food manufacuring experience highly desireable. This is an exceptional opportunity with a dynamic company that offers a competitve salary/bonus and benefits package icluding a 401(k)plan with unlimited growth potential.

Job Title: Supplier QA Auditor [4985BR] Company: Land O' Lakes, Inc. Location: St Paul, MN Description: Land O'Lakes, Inc. would be nothing without our amazing employees. All 9,000 of them. Today, we are a Fortune 250 company with more than $12 billion in annual revenue (2008) and the third-largest cooperative in America. This success reflects the efforts, commitment and pride of our employees. As we continue to build on this success, we’ll always be looking for talented people to help us grow. Since 1921, we have been member owned and operated. We are a market- and customer-driven cooperative committed to optimizing the value of our members’ dairy, crop and livestock production. We do business in all fifty states and have a presence in more than fifty countries, with our headquarters in St. Paul, Minnesota. Here at Land O’Lakes, Inc., we value and recognize the unique talents and potential of all employees, and we are dedicated to being a high-performing organization built on the foundation of a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are interested in becoming a part of this amazing team, please visit our website at www.landolakes.jobs. Land O’Lakes Dairy Foods division is a leading marketer of a full line of dairy-based consumer, foodservice and food ingredient products across the United States. The LAND O LAKES® brand is recognized and valued by consumers and customers nationwide and internationally. We are currently seeking: Supplier Quality Assurance Auditor [4985BR] MN - Arden Hills - Corporate Office Position Purpose: As a Supplier Quality Assurance Auditor, your primary role is to ensure safe and regulatory compliant raw material and finished product supply through audit and management of Land O'Lakes (LOL) suppliers against LOL supplier quality assurance procedures and standards. This is necessary in order to protect our end users, our customers and ultimately our brands. Required (Basic) Education/Experience: o BS/BA degree in Food Science or related equivalent technical field/experience. o 5+ years progressive Food industry experience. o Demonstrated proficiency in quality assurance and technical/quality systems development/implementation. o Proficient with the concepts of HACCP, risk assessments, and application/implementation. o Proven ability in food safety and quality systems auditing. o Working understanding of the CFR, FDA, State regulations. Required Competencies and Other Skills: o Excellent organizational, communications, interpersonal and time management skills. o Highly motivated, results oriented, self-starter. o Ability to travel 60 -70%. Travel: 50% or more Land O' Lakes, Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical and dental insurance, retirement savings account, tuition reimbursement, PTO, paid holidays and employee development opportunities. Land O’Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Land O’Lakes, Inc. enforces a policy of maintaining a drug-free workforce, including pre-employment substance abuse testing. Additional information about our organization can also be obtained at www.landolakesinc.com.

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager Company: Shank's Extracts, Inc. Location: Lancaster, PA Description: Shank's Extracts, Inc., a Lancaster, Pennsylvania flavor and extract manufacturer is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager. Job responsibilities include supervision of the Quality Department staff, which includes the Analytical Laboratory staff. Manages food standards, safety and sanitary regulations, waste management and water supply specifications. Studies and implements methods to improve quality of food, such as flavor, color, texture, nutritional value, and convenience. Monitor building and process sanitation, and encourage food safety training to all departments. Manage the development and maintenance of company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), reviewing as needed to remain up to date. Ensures that Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems are in place and are verified and validated on all finished goods. Promote and encourage quality standards with all company departments in addition to the Quality Department. Oversee the Food Safety meetings and internal audits on a monthly basis. Conduct food safety audits of suppliers as necessary. File company formulas with appropriate regulatory agencies. We offer a very competitive salary along with an excellent benefit package including but not limited to: medical insurance, life insurance, dental insurance, short-term & long-term disability, vacation, personal days, sick days, company-matching 401k plan.

Job Title: Quality SystemsTraining Develo Company: Land O' Lakes, Inc. Location: St Paul, MN Description: Land O'Lakes, Inc. would be nothing without our amazing employees. All 9,000 of them. Today, we are a Fortune 250 company with more than $12 billion in annual revenue (2008) and the third-largest cooperative in America. This success reflects the efforts, commitment and pride of our employees. As we continue to build on this success, we'll always be looking for talented people to help us grow. Since 1921, we have been member owned and operated. We are a market- and customer-driven cooperative committed to optimizing the value of our members' dairy, crop and livestock production. We do business in all fifty states and have a presence in more than fifty countries, with our headquarters in St. Paul, Minnesota. Here at Land O'Lakes, Inc., we value and recognize the unique talents and potential of all employees, and we are dedicated to being a high-performing organization built on the foundation of a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are interested in becoming a part of this amazing team, please visit our website at www.landolakes.jobs. Land O'Lakes Purina Feed LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Land O'Lakes Inc, is North America's leading feed company, providing producers, cooperatives and dealers with an extensive line of animal feed, ingredients and services. We are currently seeking: Quality Systems and Training Development Manager [4462BR] MN - Shoreview - Corporate Office Position Purpose: The primary role of this position is to identify, capture, communicate and maintain the overall Quality Management System and product safety requirements for our Animal Feed division. In addition, in this role, you will responsible for: o Development and execution of robust training tools. o Methodology and approach (our goal is to ensure message continuity within/between plants, regions and functions). o Playing a leadership role in hands-on training and development. o Feed Quality Management Systems (FQMS)communication, method, and frequency). o Rollout coordination of programs. o Website additions/updates. o Developing a functional working knowledge of changing/emerging technical or industry practices that could lead to reduced risk or competitive advantage. (GFSI impact, Feed HACCP, SGS applications). o Leading and facilitating the development, implementation, and measurement of the Feed Quality Management System within our company aligned with our overall objectives and strategies. o Participating in the development of ongoing strategies for Feed Quality Assurance and systems improvement. Required (Basic) Education/Experience: - BS/BA degree in Food Science or related technical field. - 10+ years experience in quality assurance, operations and plant/regulatory responsibilities. Experience includes a minimum of five years in quality assurance and technical systems development/implementation. - Proficient with the concepts of hazard analysis, risk assessments, and system/process applications. - Working understanding of the CFR, FDA, State/AAFCO regulations. Required Competencies and Other Skills: - Excellent organizational, communications, interpersonal and team interaction skills. - Highly motivated, self-directed and a self-starter. Travel: 50% or more Land O'Lakes, Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical and dental insurance, retirement savings account, tuition reimbursement, PTO, paid holidays and employee development opportunities. Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Land O'Lakes, Inc. enforces a policy of maintaining a drug-free workforce, including pre-employment substance abuse testing. Additional information about our organization can also be obtained at www.landolakesinc.com.

Job Title: Sanitation Manager [4915BR] Company: Land O' Lakes, Inc. Location: Kiel, WI Description: Land O'Lakes, Inc. would be nothing without our amazing employees. All 9,000 of them. Today, we are a Fortune 250 company with more than $12 billion in annual revenue (2008) and the third-largest cooperative in America. This success reflects the efforts, commitment and pride of our employees. As we continue to build on this success, we’ll always be looking for talented people to help us grow. Since 1921, we have been member owned and operated. We are a market- and customer-driven cooperative committed to optimizing the value of our members’ dairy, crop and livestock production. We do business in all fifty states and have a presence in more than fifty countries, with our headquarters in St. Paul, Minnesota. Here at Land O’Lakes, Inc., we value and recognize the unique talents and potential of all employees, and we are dedicated to being a high-performing organization built on the foundation of a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are interested in becoming a part of this amazing team, please visit our website at www.landolakes.jobs. Land O’Lakes Dairy Foods division is a leading marketer of a full line of dairy-based consumer, foodservice and food ingredient products across the United States. The LAND O LAKES® brand is recognized and valued by consumers and customers nationwide and internationally. We are currently seeking: Sanitation Manager [4915BR] WI - Kiel Position Purpose: As a Sanitation Manager in our cheese and whey manufacturing facility in Kiel, WI you are responsible for management and coordination of the sanitation processes involved in the manufacturing of 40# blocks of cheese and whey powder to consistently meet Land O'Lakes' standards, and customer requirements. You will ensure activity associated with sanitation is being completed and will develop and/or modify the schedule for all sanitation activity. This is primarily a day position with off-shift hours as needed. Required (Basic) Education/Experience: To be considered for this position, you must have a high school diploma 10+ years of progressive experience in sanitation with supervisory responsibilities. Successful candidate must be willing to relocate for future growth and opportunities within Land O'Lakes. Required Competencies and Other Skills: Experience providing sanitation leadership in a food manufacturing shift environment. Experience conducting regular sanitation inspections and audits of products and equipment for conformity to federal and state sanitation laws and plant standards. Compiling reports regarding regular inspection, sanitation violations, and taking steps taken to resolve deficiencies. Demonstrated knowledge of managing costs. Demonstrated problem solving and corrective action execution skills. Quality systems and programs experience with a preventative focus. Ability to facilitate change and involve employees to continually improve manufacturing processes. Demonstrated customer focus with clear understanding of measurements to assess customer acceptance. Solid conflict resolution skills. Unquestionable ethics and values. Well developed skills in managing and measuring. Proven results oriented track record. Good verbal interpersonal skills. Good written and presentation skills. Commitment to get results effectively through people. Preferred Education/Experience: BS in Food/Dairy Science, Chemistry, or related field is desired. Preferred Competencies and Other Skills: Managing integrated pests management program. Land O' Lakes, Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical and dental insurance, retirement savings account, tuition reimbursement, PTO, paid holidays and employee development opportunities. Land O’Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Land O’Lakes, Inc. enforces a policy of maintaining a drug-free workforce, including pre-employment substance abuse testing. Additional information about our organization can also be obtained at www.landolakesinc.com.

Job Title: Quality Manager Company: Amphenol Aerospace Location: Sidney, NY Description: Amphenol- Quality Manager Amphenol is a worldwide electronics leader and one of the world’s largest manufacturers of interconnect products. Amphenol is listed on the NYSE and a component of the S&P 500 and is a top performing company with an unparalleled history of growth with over 65 businesses throughout the world. Amphenol Aerospace (AAO), a division of Amphenol, has been a leader in designing and manufacturing electrical components for the aviation and commercial industry for over 80 years. This newly created position, located in Sidney, New York, was developed to lead our quality team in transitioning to a new quality system that meets the rapidly evolving needs and commercial expectations of our customers. In order to achieve this objective, key responsibilities will include: Spearhead AAO’s transition into a new quality system to meet the more commercial expectations of quality control documents and processes (Six-Sigma, control plan, PFMEA) Design and facilitate continuous improvement workshops and on-the-job training for critical factory initiatives as determined by the Factory Manager Lead PPM and First Time Quality Improvement for AAO’s product offerings Oversee the quality system transition for multiple facilities in the United States and Mexico Develop and implement component machining capability and gaging accuracy process that assures our gaging techniques and machining capability match our process and customer expectations. Requirements Engineering Degree Formalized problem solving, leadership, and training experience Exposure to quality systems implementation in the commercial marketplace 5-10 years of QA experience, including QA engineering and calibration administration Previous supervisory responsibilities Amphenol offers a competitive salary and benefits. Must be able to legally work in the United States, as we are unable to provide sponsorship. For consideration for this position, please apply online to: www.amphenol-sidneyny.jobs AMPHENOL – MAKING HISTORY, DESIGNING THE FUTURE “AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER” M/F/D/V

Job Title: Manage QMS in 4-locations Company: Advanced Heat Treat Corp. Location: Waterloo, IA Description: Advanced Heat Treat has a great opportunity for a Quality Manager. The individual will start as Quality Manager in our Corporate office located in Waterloo, Iowa and should have the capability to replace our Corporate Director of Quality in the near future, who will be retiring after 16 years of service. Advanced Heat Treat is a global leader in plasma ion-nitriding and other heat treat services for 28 years. Major customers include Aerospace, Military, Nuclear, Automotive and Agriculture, to name a few. Bachelor's degree or equivalent in technical field and 5-10 years experience as a Quality Engineer or Quality Manager in manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be team oriented, tactful, aggressive and work well with people. This leader will coordinate the Quality Management System to meet customer expectations overseeing AHT’s four facilities located in IA, MI and AL.. Extensive knowledge and experience in working with Aerospace and Automotive companies and their requirements, NADCAP, ISO/TS16949, Six Sigma, Metallurgy and a Quality Management System are all positive attributes. Check us out at ahtweb.com

Job Title: Director, Lean Six Sigma Company: Allegheny Energy, Inc. Location: Pittsburgh, PA Description: The Director, Lean Six Sigma will accelerate Allegheny Energy's development as a high performance organization through the hands-on instruction and demonstration of best-in-class expertise in business process improvement. The role does not involve supervisory responsibility within a standalone quality department; rather, it is an enterprise leadership role requiring direct ongoing interaction with a broad range of our workforce, from the Chairman to physical workers in the field. We are a good company which aspires to be a great company, and the successful applicant will play a vital and highly-visible catalyst role in helping us get there. * Advise senior management on the strategic direction of our quality program. * Work with the VP, Corporate Development and Quality, the COO Generation, and other quality leaders and stakeholders, to enhance the deployment of quality thinking, methods and tools throughout our company. * Spearhead enterprise-wide quality training, including curriculum development and certification. * Perform a range of leadership roles on process improvement projects, depending on the business needs, including informal mentor, technical advisor, champion, and team leader. Bachelor's degree required, master's favorable, preferably in a technically-oriented discipline (e.g. engineering, mathematics, economics). Certified Six Sigma Master Black Belt from a leading certification body (e.g. ASQ, Motorola, or an industrial company with a mature Six Sigma deployment). Additional training in Lean methods preferred. At least 10 years of progressive responsibility in an industrial or power company setting, the more competitive the industry the better, with experience in operations preferred. At least 3 years of full-time equivalent experience leading teams in the use of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to improve business processes, with substantial shop-floor experience in an industrial production facility or power plant context preferred. We are seeking: an energized self-starter with a strong work ethic and sense of urgency. infectiously enthusiastic about making key business processes safer, better, faster and cheaper. a natural change agent who is able to operate as such even in a large corporate environment. an instinctive team player and a strong leader, coach and mentor, who can perform all these roles simultaneously. an excellent communicator with a knack for explaining the tools, methods, applicability and benefits of Lean Six Sigma in plain English. rapidly able to relate and establish credibility with a wide spectrum of people at all levels of seniority. Allegheny Energy is a diversity driven, equal opportunity employer.

Job Title: Director of Quality Assurance Company: BAE Location: York, PA Description: Job SummaryResponsible for the overall Product Assurance strategic planning, execution, and maintenance of LOB services in accordance with regulatory, contractual, specification compliance, and company imperatives through policies, procedures, and effective monitoring of those processes. Primary Duties and Responsibilities1)     Establishes, directs, develops and effectively manages policies, procedures and processes to assure consistent performance and conformance to BAE Systems, LOB requirements for materials and/or services that are delivered to the broad BAE Systems customer community.  Directs, manages, and leads coordination across BAE Systems sites and supplier community to assure consistent coordination, application, and execution of Product Assurance and Plant maintenance policies.2)     Establishes, directs reviews, approves, and causes implementation of testing methods and instrumentation through effective policy, and procedure deployment.  Continual improvement of verification, to aid in regulatory, contract, and specification compliance and to support process certification.3)     Establishes, directs and causes implementation of effective audits of the quality management system and plant maintenance policies and procedures to assure they are maintained in accordance with instructions specific to each functional area.4)     Establishes policies and procedures to assure that product identification and traceability is maintained through various stages or Engineering development, prototype, production, test and fieldings as required by contract, policy, and/or procedure.  Directs and assures through audit control of verification, measuring and test equipment for LOB.5)     Assures at a broad level that products and services across the LOB have met the required verifications and tests prior to delivery use or installation.  Establishes, directs, and assures effective policy deployment and procedure flow-down to assure control of nonconforming product through identification, documentation, evaluation, segregation (when practical), disposition of nonconforming product, and notification to the function(s) concerned.6)     Directs and approves planning and implementation of internal quality audits to determine the effectiveness of the quality system across the LOB.  Assures maintenance of records and data essential to quality programs and facilitates review of results of quality audits and corrective and preventative actions to the LOB Quality Management Council.  Establishes, directs and assures that policies and procedures are deployed to evaluate trends in processes to correct and prevent nonconforming product inclusive of LOB wide system assessment.7)     Monitors action programs to correct conditions, which are causing unacceptable quality and assists effort for continuous process improvement and process certification.  Directs work of high level of diversity and complexity; leads by example and provides direct management to 8-12 employees; general direction to approximately 125-15 employees across the Product Assurance Directorate. Minimum Education:         1)     Bachelor's Degree Minimum Experience:       1)     More than 1 + years of work experience2)     Security clearance required. Preferred Education:  1)     Master's degree in related field  Preferred Experience:      1)     More than 1 years of experience to include Quality Assurance experience at the Director level of a medium to large size company. Travel Required up to 25%BAE Systems is the premier global defense and aerospace company, delivering a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, information technology solutions, and customer support services. With 1 5, employees worldwide, BAE Systems had 2 8 sales of $34.4 billionBAE Systems U.S. Combat Systems employs more than 6,7 people in the U.S. and internationally. U.S. Combat Systems is a leader in designing, rapidly prototyping and manufacturing protected fighting vehicle platforms and survivability solutions that support and protect the current and future forces. Current weapons systems production for the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and international customers include: • Mine Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicles (MRAP) • Bradley Family of Vehicles • DDG 1 • M1 9 155mm self propelled howitzer to include current M1 9A6 Paladin Mk45 • M9 Armored Combat Earthmover (ACE) • M113 Family of Vehicles to include armored personnel carriers, medical, command and control, engineering mortar launching vehicles As a key member of the U.S. Army's Future Combat Systems (FCS) Team, BAE Systems is responsible for five of the eight manned variants and for major elements of the common platform design. These critical weapons will be the first in a new line of combat vehicles and systems that will empower soldiers through unmatched firepower, situational awareness and survivability. Technology developments in composite materials, hybrid electric power systems, active protective suites, integrated vehicle survivability, reactive and passive armor kits, crew station design, training systems, unmanned ground vehicle capabilities and other features position the organization at the forefront for future ground combat system developments. U.S. Combat Systems is certified to ISO 9 1 standards and Capability Maturity Model - Integrated (CMM-I) for systems and software engineering.People are the greatest asset in any Company ... BAE Systems is committed to a high performance culture and provides an environment that challenges our employees to be remarkable and obtain their full potential. We are an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer that understands the value of diversity and its impact on a high performance culture.

Job Title: Senior Director, Quality Assurance Company: ASTELLAS PHARMA US Location: Deerfield, IL Description: Title Senior Director, Quality Assurance  Category Quality  Description An Astellas career offers a totally different way to work and live. Astellas is the bright spot in the pharmaceutical industry – not just because of what we do, but in the way we do it. If you are looking for a company where you can change a life, make a dream come true, and light the way for a better tomorrow, Astellas is the place where you can shine. We offer a different kind of work culture. A high standard of ethics is mandatory. Quality is our pledge. Diversity is valued. Individual initiative is rewarded. Astellas offers an environment where our employees can make a real difference. Come, shine with us! Responsible for the overall leadership and strategic development of the Quality Assurance function within the Astellas Pharma Global Development (APGD) headquarters in the US. Responsible for a comprehensive quality system for pharmaceutical and biologic development projects that complies with applicable regulatory regulatory requirements. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure alignment of processes, operating procedures, systems and/or programs that contribute to compliance of APGD’s development programs with global regulatory requirements including support for inspections and dossier approvals.   Position Requirements 1.Minimum BA / BS or equivalent, advanced degree preferred, with 15 years of industry experience, 10 years of QA experience, and minimum of 6 years managing staff. 2.Comprehensive knowledge of GxP and other regulations for pharmaceuticals and biologics and understanding of global quality standards and regulatory authority inspection trends relating to product development, submission and commercialization. Demonstrated knowledge and experience with quality oversight of global clinical trials and pharmacovigilance operations. Demonstrated ability to establish local and regional Quality policies and to influence the development and implementation of global Quality policies in support of the quality system. 3.Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills, facilitation, negotiation and influencing skills with an demonstrated ability to drive, champion and negotiate organizational support for strategic initiatives, projects or programs, both internally and externally within Astellas group and with external stakeholders. Plays a key role in the identification and implementation of long-term business planning strategies, assuring quality is taken into consideration. 4.Demonstrated ability to provide leadership for key strategic issues and significant QA policies, practices and processes with respect to quality compliance with minimal executive management oversight. 5.Demonstrated experience in making decisions to resolve the most complex problems and in providing sound compliance advice and direction in a manner that has a significant impact across the Astellas Group and external stakeholders. 6.Demonstrated ability to anticipate, proactively respond to trends, and/or shifts in the external environment (e.g., regulatory, business partner relationships, industry standards) and to predict impact to quality assurance and/or Astellas business. 7.Track record of effective management and development of quality assurance professionals. Demonstrated ability to both lead and manage the Quality Assurance department, comprised of multiple functional quality assurance units. This position is currently accepting applications.