Retail Options, Executive Search
Director of Quality & Compliance - USDA Regulated Food Production
- directions_car De Pere
- work Full-time
About the position
Director of Quality & Compliance - USDA Regulated Food Production
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related discipline is required
- 7+ years of hands-on mastery of HACCP, USDA, and SQF compliance programs
- 5+ years of leadership experience in a USDA-regulated food processing environment
- Proven success managing and mentoring quality teams in a fast-paced, high-standards manufacturing environment
- $130,000 base salary
- Full-time, permanent W-2 employee
- Full benefits package
- No relocation
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder
- 100% onsite role (no remote)
- Located in the DePere, Wisconsin area
This full-time Director of Quality & Compliance opportunity is with an established and expanding food manufacturer that prioritizes employee wellbeing, safety, and long-term career growth. The company is known for its family-oriented culture, low turnover, and deep roots in the local community. Many employees have spent their careers here, a testament to the company’s positive environment and strong leadership.
In This Role, You Will:
- Lead and mentor the Quality and Regulatory teams while fostering a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement
- Oversee all QA programs, including SQF, USDA, HACCP, and internal quality systems
- Manage audits, customer complaints, product holds, and corrective actions
- Drive process improvements through data analysis and cross-functional collaboration
- Support new product development and staff development through training and coaching
The Ideal Candidate Will Bring:
- A Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related discipline
- 7+ years of experience in food manufacturing or packaging, with at least 5 years in a senior QA/QC leadership capacity
- Demonstrated experience working in USDA-regulated environments
- Strong knowledge of SQF systems, HACCP principles, and regulatory compliance
- PCQI certification preferred
- A proactive, collaborative leadership style and excellent communication skills
- A stable work history and a commitment to quality and food safety excellence
- Residency within 45 minutes of DePere, WI
Place of work
De Pere
United States of America
About the company
Relentless Talent Solutions, Powered by Innovation
We take a non-stop approach to talent acquisition by leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, social media, a database of over 7 million candidates, and a team of recruiters spanning the United States, the Caribbean, and Canada.
In today’s shrinking talent pool, speed is critical—and that’s where we come in. As a boutique firm with a broad reach, we manage the entire hiring journey—from the first conversation to the moment your new hire walks through your door.
What Sets Us Apart
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End-to-End Partnership: Our team acts as an extension of your company, fully immersing ourselves in your business culture and hiring needs.
Our Core Values
We Build Long-Term Relationships
We go beyond transactions to foster genuine, lasting partnerships.
We Are an Extension of Your Team
We invest the time to understand your goals, culture, and hiring challenges.
We Move Fast—And Smart
We deliver top-tier candidates swiftly and efficiently—the first time.
We Focus on Quality, Not Quantity
You receive carefully vetted talent, not stacks of résumés.
We Handle Every Detail
Reference checks? Already done. Every candidate we present is fully vetted and ready for the next step.
Relevant places near
- Green Bay
- Howard
- Ashwaubenon
- Bellevue
- Allouez
- Hobart
- Wrightstown
- Oneida
- Glenmore
- Greenleaf
Job ID: 9561786
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