FSQ CORPORATE LAB PROGRAMS MANAGER
Company: HP Hood
Location: Wilmington
Posted on: April 25, 2024
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Job Description:
Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a
high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge
for you and your future!At HP Hood LLC, we celebrate our
differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences,
thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work
environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each
other - One Team One Company!Our culture is built on value
commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community,
people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee
engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive
benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness
programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, tuition reimbursement,
ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. This
position is also eligible for our bonus program.Founded in 1846,
today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and
beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of
national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes
Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat
and more.Job SummaryAs part of the FS&Q Technical Services
team, this individual will be responsible for the development,
maintenance, and training of programs that will be used to
standardize practices at FS&Q Labs across all Hood
manufacturing sites. This position will collaborate with R&D,
plant FS&Q, and Operations to research, trial, and validate new
technology/methods/techniques to improve efficiencies and provide
cost savings.Essential Duties ResponsibilitiesManagement of
Corporate Lab Programs, including but not limited to: microbial and
physicochemical product quality testing methods, lab equipment
calibration, maintaining and monitoring lab equipment, monitoring
of quality control points (QCPs) through statistical
analysisDevelop a robust, gold standard quality sensory program
utilized at all Hood manufacturing sitesFacilitate and maintain lab
equipment service and maintenance agreements, including training
provided by equipment vendorsAssist Hood manufacturing sites with
troubleshooting of quality lab equipmentRecommend 3rd party
laboratories for testing that cannot be conducted internallyConsult
on investigations regarding microbial failures, consumer
complaints, and product quality defectsCollaborate with industry
and academia on innovations for product testing equipment and
methodology, as well as trials and validations for new testing
equipmentCollaborate and consult with R&D on new product
specifications to ensure process capability at intended Hood
siteEducation and Experience--Degree in Food Science, Food
Chemistry, Microbiology, Statistical Engineering, or related
disciplines5 years' experience in food and beverage manufacturing
and quality assurance, particular experience in lab management and
testing method development, or equivalent experienceExperience with
food manufacturing quality and operation systems. Dairy
manufacturing and extended shelf-life/aseptic products preferred,
or demonstrated equivalent experienceDemonstrated ability to create
and facilitate change at all levels of the organizationSkills and
Competencies----Knowledge of food safety principles and food
regulationDemonstrated leadership, communication, and presentation
skills to all levels of individuals (technical to non-technical
personnel and customers)Strong quality statistical knowledge,
capable of developing robust validiation plans to drive strategic
business decisionsStrong technical writing skills (i.e. SOPs,
guidance documents, etc)Proficiency in technical project
managementAbility to quantify project benefits with financial,
quality, and operational metricsDeep understanding of lab method
development and lab equipment maintenance--HP Hood is an Equal
Opportunity EmployerFemale/Minority/Veteran/Disabled"VERVRAA
Federal Contractor"--
Keywords: HP Hood, Boston , FSQ CORPORATE LAB PROGRAMS MANAGER, Healthcare , Wilmington, Massachusetts
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