Sr. Manager Quality Systems

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Company Description From tree to table, POM Wonderful delivers a whole lot of healthy. Known for our iconic double-bubble bottle, we grow, harvest, package, and market fresh pomegranates, pomegranate arils, and a selection of delicious pomegranate-blended juices and teas. With over 9,000 acres in California’s Central Valley, POM Wonderful is committed to unleashing the antioxidant power of our handpicked pomegranates. The Sr. Quality Systems Manager is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the POM Wonderful Food Safety and Quality programs. The position will be the leader in building a quality food safe culture, making decisions and developing FS&Q goals for the facility. Compensation- $120,000 - $140,000 Salary - which may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience. Job Description What our Sr. Manager Quality Systems will do: Develop, administer, and maintain programs that assure the production of high quality food safe products. Responsible for leading and directly overseeing the following areas: functional HACCP program; BRC standards, SOPs, allergen safety systems, GMPs, quality specification compliance, budget creation and compliance, and applying SPC to assure effective process control. Manage the plant FS&Q training programs and food analytical testing procedures. Trend and communicate plant KPI’s, including customer/consumer complaints, and drive root cause analysis and corrective actions to drive improvement. Support all regulatory and customer requirements and communications supporting the plant management and food safety team. Partner with Plant Management, Production, Maintenance, and Sanitation to operationalize programs—turn standards into routines (pre‑op checks, process control limits, shift‑by‑shift verification). Ensure root‑cause rigor (5-Why/Fishbone), action effectiveness checks, and timely closure; maintain dashboards and executive reporting of trend analyses. Manage effectively and timely QA and food safety requests. Direct alignment with the Quality and Food Safety team on organizational direction and goals. Responsible for the management and development of direct reports, including effective use of feedback, salary planning, and reward and recognition programs. Develops Statistical Process Control (SPC) Charts and provides effective feedback to all employees, Supervisors, and Managers. Develop both Finished Goods and Raw Material specifications Manages the scheduling, execution, and responses to required Customer audits. Coordinates the FSSC document control processes. Qualifications Skills & experience that are necessary as our Sr. Manager Quality Systems will include, but not limited to: Previous experience with Global GAP, GFSI-BRC audits, HACCP/HARPC a must. Ability to handle multiple complex projects and work under pressure in a high stress environment. Exceptional self-starter independent leader who can follow through on action items and strong ability to get things done. Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with personnel, customers, suppliers, and other business contacts Collaboration with operations to provide strong customer service and the ability to get things done through multiple organizational levels. Ability to proactively identify challenges and develop solutions through the implementation of continuous improvement principles. High level of integrity and accountability with a positive “can do” mindset. Time management and prioritization skills, ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, prioritize projects, and set goals. Knowledge of Food Safety Management Systems, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and Good Agricultural Practices. Demonstrated knowledge of utilizing statistical tools for problem solving, data analysis, and decision making EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: B.S. in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field. 5+ years’ experience managing the Food Safety & Quality function with a minimum of 2 years as a manager. Experience in food manufacturing and/ or distribution, as well as regulatory affairs, is required. Management experience over a quality department is preferred Computer proficiency in Microsoft applications, databases, and spreadsheets Excellent organizational and communication skills. Ability to work within a team environment and with external partners. Must be self-motivated and able to achieve high impact in an unstructured environment. Additional Information POM's Dedication to You: Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including: 24/7 online physician consultations virtual mental health resources life coaching engaging employee community groups cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements library of on-demand fitness videos Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units. Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses. Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward. Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace. Building a Healthy Society: To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts, visit csr.wonderful.com . Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving , allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities. POM Wonderful is part of The Wonderful Company, a successful, fast-growing privately held $6 billion company with 10,000 employees worldwide. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving, education initiatives, and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California’s Central Valley. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit csr.wonderful.com. We’ve made Wonderful® Pistachios America’s fastest-growing snack brand. We’ve turned pomegranates and POM Wonderful® into a worldwide phenomenon. Wonderful Halos is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America. FIJI® Water is the No. 1 premium imported bottled water in America. JUSTIN® Wine produces California’s top-selling, high-end Cabernet Sauvignon. And Teleflora® is the world’s leading floral delivery service. To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products and its core values, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. 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