Job Details

Are you a seasoned Dairy Science expert with a passion for quality, safety, and sustainability? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a knack for leadership and continuous improvement? Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Quality Assurance to lead quality initiatives and drive innovation across their organization.

Key Responsibilities

As the Director of Quality Assurance, you will be a vital leader and subject matter expert, guiding technical excellence and compliance:

Technical Guidance & Expertise: Provide technical guidance on cheese manufacturing and product quality to conversion plant personnel, customers, and sales staff.

Strategic Leadership

Champion departmental initiatives and act as a Subject Matter Expert in applicable technologies, policies, programs, and systems management.

Sustainability Innovation: Develop, lead, and inspire Sustainability Innovation across the organization, ensuring alignment with the corporate vision and strategy.

Industry Knowledge

Utilize extensive knowledge in Dairy Science and Manufacturing to inform and stay abreast of innovative strategies and processes.

Quality Support: Assist the QA department by cross-training on tasks related to product quality/safety and audit compliance.

Troubleshooting

Offer cheese evaluation and testing expertise during troubleshooting and continuous improvement projects.

Regulatory Compliance: Research Dairy Industry Regulatory and Key Customer Sustainability initiatives and brief the management team when action is required to maintain compliance.

Communication

Interpret technical product inquiries and provide timely advice.

What You'll Bring

We are looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented leader who can excel with minimal supervision:

Execution Excellence: Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and adhere to aggressive deadlines.

Communication Skills: Excellent English written communication and organizational skills, and the ability to interpret customer requirements and advise Sales, Marketing, Product Development, and QA through clear communication.

Drive & Detail: A strong track record of attention to detail, intrinsic motivation, and learning ability.

Regulatory Expertise: Current knowledge of USDA/FDA/ORGANIC Regulations as they pertain to labeling, standards of identity, allergens, food safety, and sustainability.

Education and Experience

Education

MS in Dairy/Food Science, Nutrition, or a closely related field.

Experience

10-15+ years' experience in the cheese & dairy industry, primarily in a manufacturing, product quality, product development, or regulatory compliance position.

If you are ready to put your deep Dairy Science expertise to work, lead critical quality and sustainability initiatives, and contribute significantly to a leading organization, we encourage you to apply!

Work Authorization:

Applicants must have valid, independent authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer, support, or accept any form of sponsorship—whether employer, third-party, future, contingent, transfer, or otherwise. Candidates must be able to work for any employer in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship of any kind. Work authorization will be verified, and misrepresentation will result in immediate removal from consideration.