Title: Co-Manufacturing Quality Manager
Location: Omaha, NE
Hybrid: In office: Tues, Wed, Thurs

Compana Pet Brands is a global leader in pet care and nutrition dedicated to enriching the lives of pets and their families today and for generations to come.

We are actively seeking a Co-Manufacturing Quality Manager to join our growing organization and help us Nurture What You Love!

This role’s primary responsibility will be develop, implement, and coordinate food safety and quality programs at strategic co-manufacturing partners. This individual will collaborate closely with Co-Manufacturers, Co-Packers, Regulatory, Research and Development, Procurement and Supply Chain functions to implement programs and protocols that improve quality and food safety.

As our Co-Manufacturing Quality Manager, you’ll make an impact by:

• Developing and enhancing a comprehensive, proactive, and effective co-manufacturing quality management program
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring all aspects of the food safety and quality assurance supplier management program to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, product specifications,
• Partnering with Research and Development, Procurement, and Co-Manufacturers to ensure Compana vendor approval program is maintained to meet all government and regulatory standards.
• Leading investigations and spearheading resolution of product food safety and quality issues stemming from customer complaints related to external manufactured products or through internal reporting
• Ensuring quality assurance monitoring activities and third-party certification programs are effectively executed and properly documented by suppliers
• Building strong, collaborative working relationships with key Co-Manufacturers and visit their facilities regularly.
• Planning and directing quality continuous improvement projects with key external partners.

What you need to succeed:

• Effectively communicate in English, in both verbal and written forms
• Bachelor’s degree preferred: science based (food science, nutrition, microbiology, or similar).
• 5 - 7 years of work-related experience in food and/or quality industry experience.
• Knowledge of food safety, federal, state, local, etc. regulations and requirements preferred.
• Experience in auditing food manufacturing facilities.
• HACCP certification, in-depth knowledge of Global Food Safety Certification and/or ISO standards.

What we have for you:

• A growing team making a difference in the lives of pets and pet families.
• Great work/life balance with PTO, paid holidays and more!
• Medical, dental, vision and an employee assistance program to support your well-being.
• 401k with company match.
• Casual work environment with a focus on teamwork.
• Paid parental leave.
• Opportunity to enroll in voluntary pet insurance and access to free 24/7 veterinary tele help line.

To learn more about us:
https://companapetbrands.com/careers
Disclaimer:
This description is representative only and is not exhaustive of the tasks this position may be required to perform.
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