Quality Assurance Regional Manager – Albert Lea, MN

Quality Assurance Regional Manager

📍 Location: Albert Lea, Minnesota (Oversight of Multiple Manufacturing Sites)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
💰 Base Salary: $130,000 – $145,000
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available for Ideal Candidates
✈️ Travel: Frequent Regional Travel Required
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Overview

A growing manufacturer in the food and nutrition sector is seeking a Quality Assurance Regional Manager to lead quality and food safety operations across multiple production facilities in Minnesota.

This leadership role is responsible for driving food safety, regulatory compliance, quality system effectiveness, continuous improvement, and team development while partnering closely with Operations, Production, R&D, and Commercial teams.

The successful candidate will be a strong people leader with deep expertise in FDA-regulated manufacturing environments and a proven ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Quality & Food Safety Leadership

• Lead quality assurance programs across multiple manufacturing sites.

• Ensure compliance with FDA, HACCP, SQF, customer, and internal quality standards.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on food safety, quality, and operational excellence.

• Oversee internal audit programs, CAPA processes, and compliance activities.

• Lead root cause investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions.

Team Leadership

• Develop, coach, and mentor regional quality teams.

• Establish and communicate performance goals using SMART objectives.

• Build a culture of accountability, food safety, and continuous improvement.

• Deliver food safety and quality training programs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Production, R&D, Commercial, and Operations teams to support product launches and process improvements.

• Support commercialization activities, change control processes, and new product introductions.

• Provide quality leadership during customer visits, regulatory inspections, and external audits.

Systems & Compliance

• Ensure effective implementation of food safety and quality management systems.

• Monitor and improve key metrics including:

• First Pass Quality

• Customer Complaints

• CAPA Effectiveness

• Inventory Health

• Compliance Performance

• Environmental & Sanitation Programs

• Apply SPC and data-driven methodologies to improve process performance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science or a related field.

• 10+ years of Quality Assurance experience within:

• Food Manufacturing

• Beverage Manufacturing

• Dietary Supplements

• Pharmaceutical or Medical Device Manufacturing

• Management experience leading quality teams.

• Strong knowledge of:

• FDA Regulations

• HACCP

• SQF

• Food Safety Programs

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Preferred Experience

• Multi-site quality leadership experience.

• Career progression across multiple functions including:

• Production

• R&D

• Quality

• PCQI certification.

• Strong experience working with cross-functional teams.

• Statistical Process Control (SPC) expertise.

• Project management and continuous improvement experience.

Key Skills

✔ Quality Assurance Leadership
✔ FDA Compliance
✔ HACCP & SQF Programs
✔ Food Safety Systems
✔ CAPA Management
✔ Root Cause Analysis
✔ Internal Auditing
✔ SPC & Data Analysis
✔ Team Development
✔ Cross-Functional Leadership

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has a strong quality leadership background within food or beverage manufacturing and has progressed through multiple operational disciplines such as Production, R&D, and Quality.

They will bring:

• Multi-site quality management experience.

• Strong food safety and regulatory expertise.

• Proven success leading cross-functional initiatives.

• Excellent leadership, coaching, and communication skills.

• A track record of driving continuous improvement and quality culture transformation.

Screening Questions

1. Do you have experience in the food and beverage manufacturing industry?

2. Do you have hands-on experience with HACCP, SQF, and food safety systems?

3. Are you a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident?

4. Have you successfully partnered with cross-functional teams across operations, R&D, and quality?

5. Have you held roles in multiple functions such as Production, R&D, and Quality during your career?

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Experience

10+ Years

Seniority

Director Level

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Industry

Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Management Experience

Required

Travel

Frequent

Multi-Site Oversight

Preferred

Relocation

Available

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Lead quality operations across multiple manufacturing facilities.

• High visibility role with direct impact on food safety and operational excellence.

• Strong career growth opportunities within a growing organization.

• Collaborative environment with significant cross-functional leadership exposure.

• Opportunity to shape quality strategy and drive continuous improvement initiatives across multiple sites.

Maintenance Manager | Food & Beverage Manufacturing | Cherokee, OK | $131K–$150K

🏭 Maintenance Manager
🗺️ Cherokee, OK
📍 Food & Beverages Industry | Onsite
💼 Mid-Senior Level | Management
📅 Full-time | 1 Position Available

✨ Compensation: $131,000 – $150,000 (confidential if posted externally)
🚚 Relocation: Limited assistance available
❌ Visa Sponsorship: Not available

🎯 Position Purpose

The Maintenance Manager will oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of maintenance practices that keep plant equipment, grounds, and production processes running efficiently. This leader will play a vital role in driving operational excellence, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of safety while leading the engineering and maintenance teams.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

• Plant Operations & Layout: Develop and optimize plant processing lines to support operational changes or expansions.

• Safety & Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to OSHA regulations and all company safety policies.

• Team Leadership: Equip and guide engineering and maintenance teams with the tools, training, and knowledge needed to sustain facility operations.

• Budget & Projects: Oversee Capital and Expense Budget projects and ensure timely execution.

• Vendor & Contractor Management: Build strong working relationships with external contractors and vendors to ensure efficient project delivery.

• Cross-Department Collaboration: Partner closely with other departments to resolve daily operational challenges and drive plant-wide success.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify issues proactively and lead solutions in a structured, constructive manner.

✅ Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in a relevant field (or equivalent experience).

• Experience: 5+ years of management experience in manufacturing (meat industry experience preferred).

• Licenses/Certifications: State Mechanical Contractor’s License.

• Technical Expertise:

• Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical & mechanical systems.

• Basic understanding of refrigeration systems.

• Familiarity with CAD and PLC equipment.

• Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability.

• Excellent project and priority management.

• Effective communicator and self-starter with leadership skills across all organizational levels.

• Computer literacy (Excel, MS Word).

⚙️ Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods throughout the day.

• Occasional lifting of up to 40 lbs with proper technique.

• Work may require personal protective equipment (safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.).

• Exposure to extreme temperatures (-40°F to 110°F) and high-noise environments.

📌 Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on Maintenance Manager ready to lead in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You’ll take ownership of critical operations, drive continuous improvements, and make a direct impact on plant safety, efficiency, and long-term sustainability.

3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic | Food Production | Cincinnati, OH | $51K–$60K

Job Title: 3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Cincinnati, OH (On-site)
Industry: Food Production
Experience Level: Associate
Experience Required: 2–4 Years
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $51,000–$60,000
Relocation Assistance: Not available
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
Shift: 3rd Shift, 12-hour schedule (3/4), 10:00 PM–10:00 AM

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated 3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, equipment repairs, building maintenance, and supporting special projects to ensure efficient plant operations. This position requires strong mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic expertise in a fast-paced food production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, and repairs on machinery, equipment, and physical structures.

• Operate tools such as lathes, grinders, drill presses, and milling machines to repair or fabricate parts.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with production and facility equipment to ensure optimal efficiency.

• Identify operational problems and implement effective solutions to improve productivity.

• Maintain a safe and clean maintenance work area.

• Document and track maintenance tasks using maintenance systems.

• Operate material handling equipment safely.

• Support predictive and preventative maintenance programs and participate in plant initiatives.

• Conduct safety observations and ensure compliance with SQF 2000 Systems standards.

• Uphold company food safety and quality principles.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• 2–4 years of maintenance mechanic experience.

• Proficiency in welding, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints, electrical schematics, and parts specifications.

• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and self-motivation.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and push/pull.

• Frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.

• Work in varying temperatures, noisy environments, and confined spaces.

• Ability to climb ladders, crawl, and perform tasks in awkward positions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Maintenance Mechanic to contribute to a dynamic and growing food production facility while enhancing their technical skills in a challenging environment.