Welch’s

Director of Food Safety and Quality

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States · Director · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$185k-$195kDetected 196 days ago

ComplianceCustomer SupportLeadershipCollaborationHACCPFood SafetyFood Science

About the role

The Director of Food Safety and Quality (FSQ) at Welch's is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight of all FSQ programs to ensure the safety, quality, and regulatory compliance of our products.
This role will be based out of our Waltham, MA headquarters where you will be immersed in a dynamic workplace where innovation thrives and collaboration is key.
Foster strong, collaborative relationships across the organization to align FSQ priorities with business objectives.

Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of FSQ policies and procedures to ensure product safety, quality, and compliance with all regulatory and customer standards.
Support compliance with SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and related food safety certification and regulatory audit requirements.
Own the Packaging and Ingredient Quality Programs, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, regulatory expectations, and internal quality targets.
Lead resolution of ingredient or packaging-related issues, including root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
Oversee FSQ documentation systems, laboratory compliance, and integration of IT/enterprise systems that support quality management and traceability.
Drive digital transformation and system improvements to enhance decision making with improved data and drive overall efficiency.
Partner with R&D, Engineering, and Operations to align processes and requirements with ingredients, packaging, product, and processing specifications to support consistent execution.
Serve as a key advisor on FSQ risk assessments and design to ensure safe and high-quality product.
Coach and develop FSQ team members to strengthen organizational capability and foster a high-performance, quality-driven culture.
The Director will also manage the FSQ corporate team and play a critical role in shaping future policies, systems, and supplier partnerships.

Strong practical risk assessment skills with an ability to work under pressure and make decisions in a timely manner.
Ability to travel 25% to 30% travel (project based, primarily domestic)
Passionate Community: You are encouraged to have a voice, share your opinions, and have individual impact on the success of the business

B.S. required and preferred in Food Science, Engineering, Chemistry or Microbiology

Compensation Package Consisting of Competitive Base Salary and Annual Incentive Plan (Bonus )

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Accounts
Tuition reimbursement program
Additional benefits available through Perks at Work
Paid parental (and adoption) leave - Available after 12 months of employment
Organization with a bold, clear purpose & vision for the future
Compensation Package Consisting of Competitive Base Salary and Annual Incentive Plan (Bonus )

Our company in-office schedule is designed to maximize collaboration & relationship building balanced with flexibility and well-being with 3 days in office and Thursdays/Friday being remote, flex days.
Be a part of an inclusive workplace where you not only belong but also have the opportunity to be the best version of yourself
Provide technical support and troubleshooting for food safety and quality at manufacturing sites as needed to ensure the highest quality and safest food reaches our consumers and customers.

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