Quality Control Manager

Ready to join a 6-TIME U.S. Best Managed Company? Kent Precision Foods Group, a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE family of companies, has a fantastic opportunity to join their team as a Quality Control Manager. The Quality Control Manager oversees daily food safety and quality operations at the Columbus, MS, facility and local warehouses, including supervision of QC staff, on-site auditors, and service vendors.

Collaborates with the Sr. QA Manager on targeted quality concerns.

• This position is designed and intended to be performed in Columbus, MS.

• Coordinates QC activities across departments and with Operations for training on QC, Process, and Food Safety.
• Oversees batch record review and release to ensure compliance with SOPs and specifications.
• Leads internal QC investigations.

• Prepares monthly reports on non-conformances and food safety performance.
• Serves as site lead for facility audits, inspections, and recall test actions.
• Evaluates and supports Food Safety systems, including Maintenance and Sanitation.
• Investigates customer complaints and reports findings to QA Leadership.
• Manages Food Safety documentation per QA leaderships direction.
• Provides input on QC department budgeting and cost control.
• Contributes to site-wide continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develops and reviews testing protocols to ensure compliance.
• Conducts GMP audits with QA Management to ensure regulatory compliance.

• Excellent written and oral communication
• Positive, professional attitude with a desire for continuous improvement of programs
• Strong computer and communication skills both internally and externally
• Ability to interpret and present data effectively
• Ability to manage and motivate people as a manager
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Proven self-starter and strong work ethic
• 4 Year Degree in Science area or 7 + years of relevant work experience. Higher level degree preferred.
• Work experience in food and beverage manufacturing with a focus on Quality and Development.
• 2 years of experience in a QC role with demonstrated laboratory skills.
• Experience leading GFSI scheme certification.

• 0 – 10%

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