Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biological Science or related field required.
Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered
Minimum five (5) years leading and managing teams within the food manufacturing industry required.
Food facility sanitation technical knowledge.
Experience in a food industry plant environment with an understanding of manufacturing processes.
Understanding of Sanitary Design for food manufacturing equipment.
Tactical knowledge and application of food safety principles (ex. Regulatory, PCQI, HACCP, SQF, GMPs, food microbiology).
Ability to work effectively, lead by example and coach others within a team-based high performing organization.
Maintain updated knowledge and understanding of federal and state laws, regulations, procedures, and standards.
Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

Customer Service Representative

Planet Fitness

Watertown, SD 57201

Quality & Food Safety Leader

Valley Queen Cheese Factory

Milbank, SD 57252

Bachelor's degree in related field and/or a minimum of 10 years' experience in food manufacturing quality assurance and/or sanitation leadership.
Knowledge of food safety regulations including HACCP, GMP, FSMA and SQF.
Serve as the plant's PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual).
Ability to conduct audits, troubleshoot quality issues and implement improvements.
Less than ten percent travel expected for this position.
This is a full-time position.