Manager, Corporate Quality Assurance

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International? Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride. You manage technical and scientific professionals responsible for initiation and execution of programs. This is a leadership role in cross-functional teams and regularly interacts with RDQ and cross-functional senior management. How you will contribute How you will contribute You will be responsible for working to execute quality, food safety, and regulatory programs within Mondelez and across their manufacturing, packing, and warehousing partners. Your role is to ensure that Mondelez is consistently producing safe, high-quality products which meet customer expectations that meet Mondelez, federal, state, and local regulatory compliance standards. This role will direct seamless execution of source, product, and process to ensure brand protection for all North America Venture Brands A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge: An accountable, honest, hardworking work ethic Flexibility and adaptability to meet customer/business requirements Meticulous attention to detail and an ability to follow verbal and written instructions Good written and verbal communication skills Self-motivation, enthusiastic and quick to learn Working well individually or as a member of a team Organization skills that allow for working on multiple activities concurrently Computer literacy in standard MS office applications What you will bring: What extra ingredients you will bring: Leadership – organizes and motivates associates. Organized – Excellent at process management, and in developing and executing a plan Teamwork – Demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively with cross-functional teams Quality focused – Understands quality requirements, and can make decisions to ensure the safety of the consumer Growth - Maintain a growth mindset by asking questions to better understand trainings, procedures, policies, projects, etc. Communicates – Exceptional communication skills and the ability to work with management Self-motivated – Able to work independently with limited supervision. Proactive and action without being prompted. Results Orientation – maintains appropriate focus on short and long-term goals. Motivated by achievement, and persist until goals are reached, conveying a sense of urgency. Job specific requirements: Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work Previous roles partnering with external partners Experience working in a food manufacturing environment. Fundamental understanding of Sanitation, Hygienic Design, Pest Control, Quality, HACCP, and Food Safety principles. Knowledge of Mondelēz International Quality policies/procedures Highly proficient computer (MS Office) and Communication skills (Verbal and Written) are required Two years of experience supervising direct reports preferred Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English. Travel requirements: Approximately 30%- 40% travel may be required for key project needs Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work Previous roles partnering with external partners Experience working in a food manufacturing environment. Fundamental understanding of Sanitation, Hygienic Design, Pest Control, Quality, HACCP, and Food Safety principles. Knowledge of Mondelēz International Quality policies/procedures Highly proficient computer (MS Office) and Communication skills (Verbal and Written) are required Two years of experience supervising direct reports preferred Travel requirements: Approximately 30%- 40% travel may be required for key project needs More about this role Quality Strategy Implementation Responsible for managing day to day Quality strategy execution in partnership with NA Ventures Manufacturers and Repackers Communicate and manage North America Ventures Manufacturing Quality scorecards and achievement of goals Implement Quality initiatives at North America Ventures Manufacturing locations Partner with Supply Chain Lead to ensure seamless communication Partner with Corporate Quality commercialization lead and R&D to ensure successful hand-off during new product launches Understand drivers of consumer preference for all products and ensure the Critical to Quality (CTQ) and Critical to Process (CTP) parameters are communicated and managed according to our Manufacturing Standards process. Consumer Inspired Quality Ensures products are manufactured according to our specifications to meet food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements Facilitate IL6S and the Manufacturing Standards journey at North America Venture Manufacturing Locations Support execution of Consumer Inspired Quality at North America Venture Manufacturing and Repacking locations, including CTPs and CTQs On-Going Quality Performance Management Develop North America Venture Manufacturer partnerships, including weekly and monthly reviews and joint continuous improvement planning and issue resolution Ensure facility continues to meet Mondelēz Quality and Food Safety standards Follow-up on CTQ and CTP trends to assure the process capability and defect eradication Partner with North America Venture Manufacturers to reduce consumer complaints and quality defects with clear action plans and targets What you need to know about this position: Key activities of this role: Manage and verify Quality Control Management Systems (QCMS) Audit manufacturing control plans for new products and processes Drive continuous improvement in the areas of Quality Assurance and Food Safety by setting goals and identifying key performance indicators in this area of the business Ensures adherence to appropriate regulations and Company standards for quality. ​ What you need to know about this position: What extra ingredients you will bring: Education / Certifications: B.S. degree in Food Science, Engineering, Microbiology, Chemistry, or other related Sciences Minimum 5+ years related experience (Quality, Supply Chain, Food Safety &/or R&D) Job specific requirements: Travel requirements: Work schedule: Salary and Benefits: The base salary range for this position is $122,000 to $167,750; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results. In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company. No Relocation support available Business Unit Summary The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country. Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance. For more information about your Federal rights, please see eeopost.pdf; EEO is the Law Poster Supplement; Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision; Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Job Type Regular Corporate Quality Assurance Product Quality, Safety and Compliance Apply To This Job