Coman Quality Manager

$100,000 - $115,000/Yr

Lyons Magnus - Westlake, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Westlake, OH

1,001-5,000 employees

Food Manufacturing

About the position

The Co-Manufacturing Quality Manager at Lyons Magnus is responsible for ensuring the quality and food safety of co-manufactured products across multiple facilities. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to maintain compliance with internal, customer, and regulatory standards, while supporting over 20 co-manufacturing sites. The position reports to the Director of Co-Manufacturing and Supplier Quality and plays a crucial role in monitoring performance metrics, conducting audits, and implementing food safety plans.

Responsibilities

• Actively supports the mission, values, and vision of Lyons Magnus.
• Works collaboratively and professionally with employees of Lyons Magnus and co-manufacturers.
• Serves as a liaison to Supply Chain on Co-man quality needs.
• Creates and implements key metrics and scorecards to monitor the performance of the co-manufacturing facilities.
• Ensures co-manufacturing facilities produce safe, high-quality thermally processed foods and beverages in compliance with food safety regulations and customer specifications.
• Assists co-manufacturing sites in the development and implementation of their Food Safety plans.
• Conducts quality and food safety audits at the co-manufacturers to assess compliance with standards.
• Provides guidance on corrective actions for quality and food safety issues.
• Works with co-manufacturers to manage and resolve complaints.
• Serves as a resource for conducting risk assessments and leading problem solving and process improvements.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop and manufacture microbiologically safe and high-quality food and beverage products.
• Utilizes internal programs such as DAX, RedZone, & Trace Gains.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations (e.g., FDA, FSMA) and industry standards (e.g., GMP, HACCP).
• In-depth knowledge of SQF standards and GFSI-certified quality systems.
• Strong understanding of aseptic processing and filling of food and beverage products.
• Familiarity with food processing, manufacturing systems, and ingredient quality management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to conduct audits and inspections to assess quality and compliance.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced degree in Microbiology, Food Science, Chemistry, Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in quality management, auditing, and food safety processes within the food and beverage industry.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement