Position Summary:

The Food Safety Manager is responsible for the creation, implementation, and execution of all company policies, procedures, and activities involved in producing high-quality and safe food products. They will maintain close working relationships with leadership and production crew to support production of a high-quality product. The Food Safety Manager will identify, solve, and create policies to prevent problems affecting product food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. This will be an on-the-floor, hands-on position. The Food Safety Manager will report directly to the Plant Manager.

Essential Job Duties:

• Implementation and administration of quality programs (GMPs, Good Hygiene Practices, HACCP, Allergen Control, Cleaning and Sanitation, Pest Control, co-packing testing, etc.)
• Lead food safety and quality training for production staff
• Will be designated SQF practitioner for the facility
• Implement, review, and maintain policies and procedures of the SQF System.
• Performs beginning and end-of-shift facility walk-through/audit to ensure compliance, cleanliness, upkeep, and completion of sanitary obligations.
• Proactively share knowledge, identify opportunities, and make recommendations to improve quality and work efficiency.
• Review Production Batch Records and other manufacturing-related documents to verify compliance and record keeping for all mandated manufacturing processes
• Complete quality checks, testing, sampling, and sanitation activities.
• Audit quality control of raw materials, packaging components, labels, and finished products to ensure compliance with established specifications and regulatory standards.
• Complete testing on finished products, raw materials, and packaging components and the appropriate release and hold programs associated with these materials.
• Oversee the "On Hold" product program, including the status, release, and destruction of "Rejected" products.
• Investigate and resolve quality-related issues (including customer complaints) through collaboration with other departments.
• Oversee all regulatory, third-party, and customer audits, inspections, and corrective action responses.
• Other duties as assigned

To perform these duties the individual must have the following:

• HACCP and SQF Certification
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate at different levels within the organization
• Strong moral compass
• Ability to respond to challenges quickly and with integrity
• English speaking required, bilingual in Spanish (preferred)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally

Education Requirements:

• High School or equivalent

Experience Requirements:

• 2 years of food safety experience, preferably in a dairy production plant
• Manufacturing experience
• Experience in an SQF facility
• Auditing experience with FDA and SQF

Job Type: Full Time

Hours: Monday-Friday 5:30AM-4:00PM

Thelma's offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Thelma’s Story:

Thelma’s is a frozen novelty manufacturer headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa. Launched in 2012, Thelma's ice cream sandwiches and other frozen novelties produced by Thelma's can be found in retailers nationwide.

Thelma’s Core Values:

We Are Kind & Authentic

It’s simple. Be kind. Be real. If you start there, everything else works itself out. Thelma’s got its start with a real story, a few ice cream sandwiches, and a pushcart. Those humble beginnings will never be forgotten and continue to inspire everything we do. We take pride in our work but also do good without the expectation of something in return. We assume the good in others and everyone is welcome at the Thelma’s table. After all, what can go wrong when a delicious ice cream sandwich is shared among friends?

We Are Resourceful

Turns out there isn’t a guidebook for mastering the art of sweet treats. New challenges pop up everyday and at Thelma’s, we just figure it out. We are scrappy, use the tools we have, or figure out new ones. We always take time to reflect on past solutions so we can make them even better in the future. We are always thinking outside the cookie jar.

No One Is Above The Work

You’re it. If something needs done, just go ahead and do it. Sure, we are all on the team because we have unique skills that set us apart from one another. Tap in an expert or ask for help where it makes sense, but feel empowered to make the decision either way. We hold ourselves and each other accountable for always doing the right thing.

We Keep Things In Perspective

We believe sweet treats can unite even the most unlikely of friends. But at the end of the day, we’re talking about cookies and ice cream. We can’t take ourselves too seriously. Having fun keeps us grounded and we believe laughter can build bridges.

Do That Little Extra

Surprise and delight is the name of the game at Thelma’s. Always take the time to ask yourself if there is a little something extra you could do to bring a smile to someone’s face or make their day just a little easier. Go ahead, do it. We support you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• HACCP: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Des Moines, IA 50317: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person