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About UsSymrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include perfume, cosmetics, food and beverage manufacturers, the pharmaceutical industry and producers of dietary supplements and pet food.With sales of around 4.9 billion in the 2025 financial year, the company is one of the world's leading providers. The Group, headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, has more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Asia, the USA and Latin America.Together with its customers, Symrise develops new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an indispensable part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked.Symrise – always inspiring more...About the RolePosition SummaryThe Food Safety Quality Systems Manager will deploy the required quality standards in each site by coordinating the design, implementation, training and monitoring systems necessary to meet the applicable ISO, GFSI and customer requirements. They will lead the continuous improvement of the North America Quality Systems through standardization of current procedures, coordination with global stakeholders and ongoing training necessary to solidify the system with all associates.Essential Duties and Responsibilities1) FSQ Responsibilities:Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of DPF NAM Food Safety Quality Management System.Responsible for communication, implementation, and maintenance of GFSI standard for NAM.Responsible to train internal auditors to the GFSI standardsResponsible for organizing and supporting all customer and certification audits for NAM locationsSupport site FSQ Managers as needed for critical response actionSupport the quality system improvement of the distribution centers to meet warehouse standard implementationResponsible to monitor trends on internal and external audits. Lead and implement actions for continuous improvement in the F Food Safety Quality System across all NAM sitesFSQ Lead for GO FSQ Training ensuring that a FSQ and Operations team are taking the appropriate modules.Responsible FSQR training material for orientation and monthly training2) Management ResponsibilitiesDevelop & Manage FSQ Systems Specialist and Technical SpecialistSupport GFSI/ISO audits for NAM sitesResponsible to facilitate FSQ System capability feedback to the NAM Board members and represent the SPF on standard development teams for future standardsTrack and report pertinent KPI’s3) Cross Functional InteractionEducates cross functional team and plant associates on Food Safety/Quality systems and policies.Actively leads and/or co-leads work with operations management and other functions to define gaps and develop procedures/policies for continuous improvement.Guides the cross-function team to commercial success through maintenance of food safety quality system to meet or exceed customer expectations.About YouRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Engineering, or other similar technical discipline.5+ years of experience in Quality Systems implementation and management with 3 to 5 years as a CQE / CQM in a medium-size food and/or pet food manufacturing environment2-3 years of directly supervising / managing a staff.Must be HACCP certified. PCQI is a plus.Expert in designing and implementing Quality systems (ISO, FSSC, SQF, etc.)Broad knowledge of theory and principles of statistics and statistical process control.Diverse knowledge of inspection and control methods, techniques and documentation.Basic knowledge with FDA (FSMA) regulatory requirements and food safety systems.Basic understanding of FSMA / Preventive Controls, Food Safety Plan / HACCP design, measurement, documentation and training.Certification of quality control is a strong advantage (ISO 9000 etc.).Experience in Project Management, 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing is beneficial.Microbiology and/or Regulatory background is an advantage.What We OfferBecome part of our open and transparent culture. It will give you the opportunity to flourish and to develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world. Putting our employees in focus fuels our strong company growth above market rates and makes us an excellent place to develop your career.Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with Symrise.If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply by using our online application system. Your application will be treated confidentially.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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