Seeking a Quality Manager for a direct hire opportunity in Chicago, IL. Our client is a groundbreaking biotech company born out of NASA-supported research on extremophiles in geothermal pools. Their novel fermentation technology produces a sustainable source of complete protein using only a fraction of the resources required by traditional agriculture. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all aspects of Food Safety and Quality at the Chicago manufacturing site are met
• Lead root cause analysis, complete CAPAs, and effectively implement preventative and corrective actions
• Continue to effectively lead the quality team and culture to identify, develop, and implement quality initiatives while meeting internal KPIs
• Draft, review, and/or edit Food Safety Plan/HACCP, SOPs, work instructions, forms, and/or guidance documents, while overseeing quality control records to comply with regulatory requirements and traceability
• Verify that all products adhere to quality standards by tracking products through the manufacturing processes meeting food safety requirements
• Work collaboratively with Production, Maintenance, Safety, and Engineering to make sure quality standards/requirements are met

Other Details:

• Schedule:  7:00 am – 4:00 pm / 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Location:  Chicago

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in life sciences including Chemistry, Biology, or related technical field
• 8+ years of food safety and quality experience in a leadership role with a track record of success
• PCQI/HACCP Certified
• Proven experience managing and developing, reviewing, and verifying quality programs
• Experience working in a regulated food manufacturing facility is a must
• Solid understanding of GMPs, Food Safety, FSMA, and knowledge of FDA food regulations
• Proficient with G-Suite, Microsoft Suite, and other software platforms (and willingness to learn new platforms)
• Capable of pulling together collaborative teams to investigate non-conformances and troubleshoot production challenges
• Ability to work both independently and cross-functionally
• Must have experience with GFSI audits/inspections
• Strong advocate for food safety and quality in the manufacturing processes

• Participation in Employee Stock Ownership Program
• 100% paid employee benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life, AD & D insurance
• FSA
• Opportunity to join a company with an aggressive growth trajectory that will revolutionize multiple industries