About the Role:
Richland is seeking a Quality Manager—Agribusiness to lead and oversee all quality control and assurance processes across our agricultural supply chain. This role ensures compliance with global food safety standards, export regulations, and industry best practices, particularly for international markets.
The ideal candidate will implement quality management systems, supplier audits, and risk mitigation strategies to maintain product integrity and enhance customer trust.
Key Responsibilities:
✔ Quality Control & Compliance
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality management systems (QMS) aligned with ISO 22000, HACCP, Global GAP, BRC, and EU food safety regulations.
- Oversee product testing, traceability programs, and compliance audits for export markets.
- Ensure adherence to European and Russian market regulations, including import requirements and certification processes.
✔ Supplier and Farm Quality Assurance
- Conduct supplier and farm audits to ensure sustainable and ethical sourcing practices.
- Implement raw material inspection protocols to verify compliance with agricultural standards.
✔ Process Improvement & Risk Management
- Identify and mitigate contamination risks, food safety hazards, and quality deviations.
- Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action plans (CAPA) for quality-related issues.
- Optimize post-harvest handling, storage conditions, and processing methods to maintain product integrity.
✔ Lab Testing and Quality Assurance Technologies
- Oversee laboratory testing of raw materials and finished products for safety and quality compliance.
- Implement digital quality control solutions such as AI-based defect detection and IoT-enabled monitoring.
✔ Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with farmers, production teams, supply chain, and export managers to align quality objectives with business goals.
- Provide training on food safety, compliance, and best practices to internal teams and suppliers.
✔ Leadership and Team Management
- Lead and develop a high-performing quality assurance team.
- Establish a continuous improvement culture within the quality department.
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