Director of Food Safety and Quality Assurance - Leading the Charge in Crafting Exceptional Chocolate Snacks with Unwavering Commitment to Consumer Well-being

Transforming the Snacking Landscape with UNREAL: Join Our Mission to Revolutionize the Confectionery Industry At UNREAL, we're on a mission to redefine the snacking landscape by reinventing beloved confectionery products with a commitment to using only real, simple ingredients and significantly less sugar. Our journey began in Boston, MA, and has since grown into a national brand available in over 35,000 locations across the United States, including major retailers like Whole Foods Market, Costco, and Kroger, as well as online platforms like Thrive Market and Amazon. As we continue to innovate and expand our product line, we're seeking a highly skilled and dedicated professional to lead our food safety and quality assurance efforts. Job Summary: Director of Food Safety & Quality As the Director of Food Safety & Quality at UNREAL, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our products consistently meet and exceed rigorous safety and quality standards. You will be responsible for leading the strategic development, implementation, and maintenance of all food safety and quality programs, fostering a culture that prioritizes consumer well-being throughout the organization. This is a remote position with a preference for candidates located in the Greater Boston Area, and it includes up to 30% regular travel across North America. Key Responsibilities: Leadership in Food Safety and Quality: Spearhead the development, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive food safety and quality programs, aligning with UNREAL's high-growth trajectory and commitment to excellence. Cultural Advocacy: Promote a food safety and quality-focused culture within the organization, serving as the primary advocate for consumer well-being and product integrity. Relationship Management: Oversee all food safety and quality-related relationships with internal and external partners, including co-manufacturing facilities, ingredient suppliers, and regulatory bodies. Auditing and Compliance: Implement and manage a robust co-manufacturing and supplier physical auditing program, ensuring compliance with relevant food safety regulations, such as FDA, SQF, and FSMA. Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of evolving food safety regulations and guidance, implementing necessary updates at UNREAL to maintain compliance and certification. Recall Planning and Management: Lead recall planning and management efforts, both internally and in conjunction with external parties, to ensure prompt and effective action in the event of a recall. Team Leadership: Lead and build a team that supports quality, safety, and commercialization activities, driving successful product launches and maintaining UNREAL's high standards. Essential Qualifications: Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific field. Experience: A minimum of 7 years of experience in food safety and quality assurance management within a food manufacturing environment. Regulatory Compliance: Experience with regulatory compliance as it relates to FDA, SQF, and FSMA regulations. Certifications: PCQI certification is required. Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite, with familiarity with TraceGains document management software being a plus. Preferred Qualifications: Industry Passion: A passion for natural and Better-For-You (BFY) food products, aligning with UNREAL's mission and values. Travel and Auditing: Ability to travel up to 30% of the time across North America to audit co-manufacturing facilities, ingredient suppliers, and raw material suppliers. Independent Work: Proven ability to work independently with sound judgment, identifying and resolving problems effectively. Communication: Effective and professional communication skills, with the ability to interact with internal and external contacts. What We Offer: Comprehensive Benefits and Perks At UNREAL, we're committed to nurturing our team members and providing a comprehensive array of benefits and perks that resonate with our Core Values. Our offerings include: Competitive Compensation: A competitive salary and bonus structure, with a base compensation range of $150,000 - $170,000 annually, plus a 20% bonus opportunity. Flexible Time Off: Unlimited PTO and all federal holidays off, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health and dental insurance, with 100% employee premium coverage and 60% dependent premium coverage. Financial Planning: A Health Reimbursement Account and 401(k) with company match, supporting your financial well-being. Family Support: 12 weeks paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of family. Professional Growth: Continuing education support, fostering ongoing learning and development. Work Environment: A monthly home office stipend, supporting your remote work setup. UNREAL Perks: Unlimited chocolate and other perks that reflect our company culture and values. Our Core Values: Guiding Principles for Collaboration and Innovation At UNREAL, our Core Values guide how we collaborate with teammates and external partners to bring our products to life. We seek candidates who embody and build upon these values: We Put People First: Treating humans as whole people and partnering with those who share this belief. We Are Never Done: Embracing growth as an integral part of life and pushing forward with extreme ownership. We Are a Force for Good: Creating a better world through our actions and business model, with a focus on sustainability. We Radiate Good Vibes: Embodying positivity in all we do, inspiring others to feel the good we're doing in the world. Join Our Mission: Apply Now! Even if you feel you're not a perfect match, we'd love to hear from you. We're looking for great people to join our friendly team and contribute to our mission to revolutionize the confectionery industry. If you're passionate about food safety and quality assurance, and you're looking for a challenging and rewarding role, apply now to join UNREAL as our Director of Food Safety & Quality. We can't wait to meet our next team member! Apply for this job